1 cup cooked, cooled pearled barley (see NOTE; may substitute cooked farro or brown rice)
1 cup cooked, cooled red or white quinoa (see NOTE)
1 cup plain dried bread crumbs
6 scallions, white and light-green parts, finely chopped
2 medium cloves garlic, finely chopped (2 teaspoons)
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1 teaspoon mild curry powder
1 teaspoon sea salt
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
Vegetable oil, for frying