Barley Sikhye (Sweet Barley Rice Drink) recipe - ingredients, nutrition and when to eat it
Barley sikhye is a traditional drink made by steeping barley and malted barley to bring out a gentle sweetness.
Barley sikhye is a traditional drink made by steeping barley and malted barley to bring out a gentle sweetness. It’s cool and toasty, making it a nice drink on a hot afternoon or after a Korean meal.
Drinks & tea · 240 minutes to cook
Nutrition (per 803g serving): 206.1 kcal · protein 4.6g · carbohydrate 46.6g · fat 0.9g · sodium 2.6mg
Nutrition source: one serving calculated from an ingredient table verified against "National Integrated Food Nutrient Database (standard data)" (Korea MFDS, RDA and Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries via the Public Data Portal).
Tips: Soak the malted barley powder thoroughly, then strain it well for a clear, smooth drink.
Tips: Cook the barley ahead of time to cut down on prep.
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Ingredients (1 serving)
- Cooked barley — 0.3 cup
- Malted barley powder — 2 Tbsp
- Sugar — 1.5 Tbsp
- Water — 3 cup