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Beef Barley Soup Recipe

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This Beef Barley Soup recipe is packed with tender beef stew meat, nutritious vegetables, and hearty pearl barley, simmered in a rich and flavorful broth. Ideal for a satisfying, wholesome meal. Keywords: beef barley soup, beef stew meat, hearty soup, comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound beef stew meat
  • ¾ teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 ribs celery, chopped
  • 3 carrots, chopped into ½-inch pieces
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 6 cups low sodium beef broth (or low sodium chicken broth), plus more as needed
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 bay leaves
  • ¾ cup pearl barley, rinsed
  • Chopped fresh parsley, for serving

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season beef stew meat with salt and pepper, then brown on all sides.
  • Add onion, celery, and carrots, cooking until softened.
  • Stir in mushrooms, garlic, and thyme, cooking until fragrant.
  • Mix in tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  • Pour in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and add bay leaves. Bring to a simmer.
  • Stir in rinsed pearl barley. Cover and cook until beef and barley are tender, about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can substitute part of the broth with a splash of red wine.
  • If the soup thickens too much, add more broth to reach your desired consistency.
  • This soup can be made ahead and tastes even better the next day.

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