Yeah pearl barley can’t be beaten in a stew or even a curry. And I’ve started eating beyond burgers instead of meaty ones - I’m not a veggie, I enjoy meat. But I’m not comfortable with the ethical issues, and it’s full of saturated fats. They cost about the same, are less unhealthy, and they’re tasty. A soon as the alternatives industry can come up with more products like this that I can afford, I’m out.