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Beef Barley Soup

Beef Barley Soup

This Beef Barley Soup is a hearty and comforting dish perfect for cold weather.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: DINNER RECIPES
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 2 pounds Boneless beef chuck roast a tender cut that adds rich flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Canola oil for searing the beef
  • 2 large Carrots chopped
  • 1 large Yellow onion diced
  • 2 stalks Celery sliced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
Soup Additions
  • 6 cups Chicken stock flavorful liquid base
  • 1 cup Pearled barley soaks up flavors
  • 1 tablespoon Asian fish sauce optional for umami flavor
Seasoning and Garnish
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup Minced fresh parsley for garnish
  • 1 pound Bone-in beef short ribs optional for added richness

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

How to Make Beef Barley Soup
  1. Season the beef with kosher salt and black pepper for flavor.
  2. Sear the beef in heated canola oil until browned on all sides.
  3. Cook the carrots, onion, celery, and garlic until lightly browned.
  4. Add chicken stock and scrape the bottom of the pot for flavor.
  5. Combine seared beef and bring to a simmer, cook for 1-2 hours.
  6. Stir in pearled barley and cook for 30 minutes until tender.
  7. Serve garnished with minced parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

A sprinkle of Parmesan cheese adds a deliciously nutty flavor if desired.

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