Substitute for barley in Alissa's chili?

[katchmoleen]

I want to make Alissa's chili this week and I see it has barley in it, which I cannot have due to the gluten content. I know I can try some sprouted buckwheat or quinoa or something, but I would like to hear if someone has actually already done a substitution and had it turn out well.

[Veganforlife]

How about sprouted wild rice?

Or just more corn?

[katchmoleen]

I haven't found any raw wild rice....otherwise that would be an excellent suggestion. I think the sprouted grain would add some nice chewiness. I just want to know what people have already actually tried.

[RawKnitster]

Any or all of these: Almonds, carrots, mushrooms, celery, red bell pepper.

Soak the almonds 4-6 hours. Pulse almonds and carrots in food processor until a chunky consistency is acheived. Finely chop the mushrooms, celery, and red bell pepper.

[ab_raw]

I've made it twice before. Once I used those mixed sprouted beans that you can buy in any grocery store (usually next to the little packages of alfalfa sprouts).
The second time I made it, I used nothing! Just added more corn, peppers, etc...
Both times it was fantastic.
Anita

[ReneeH]

What a GREAT IDEA, Anita!!!!

[kiropa]

try some 'riced' cauliflower -- i bet that would seem grain-y

[Raw Joy]

try some 'riced' cauliflower -- i bet that would seem grain-y

Or "riced" jicama. It has more of bland flavor and will pick up other flavors better than cauliflower.