Clean and soak the pearl barley for 2-3 hours.

Pressure cook in a pressure cooker with a bit of salt for 1 Whistle. (See Notes for cooking all in pressure cooker)

I used my Instant pot for pressure cooking for 2 mins.

Let the pressure cool off.

Remove the barley, drain and keep aside.

Now in a pan , add Oil

Once hot, add in the mustard seeds an cumin seeds.

Let them splutter.

Now add the curry leaves, onion and green chilly.

Let this saute for a few minutes until onion is translucent.

Now add the chopped tomatoes and green peas.

Add about 1/4 teaspoon of salt, turmeric and Red chilly.

Let this cook for 4-5 minutes, until the green peas are cooked.

Now add the red peppers and the cooked barley.

Mix everything and give it a quick gentle stir.

Let this cook for 2-3 minutes more.

Cover and let it rest for 5-10 minutes.

Serve it as is or with some yogurt on the side.