Description
Gordon Ramsay’s Beef Barley Soup is a delightful dish that warms the soul with its rich, savory flavor and hearty texture, perfect for chilly days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup pearl barley
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 2 bay leaves
- 6 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the beef chuck with salt and pepper. Add the beef cubes and sear them until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Once the beef is browned, remove it from the pot. In the same pot, add the chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Return the browned beef to the pot. Add the pearl barley, fresh thyme, bay leaves, and beef broth. Stir to combine all the ingredients. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
- Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours. Stir occasionally until the beef is tender and the barley is cooked through. Adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt and pepper if desired.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free barley or quinoa.
- Swap beef for chicken or turkey for a lighter version.
- Add more vegetables like mushrooms or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Let the soup sit for a while before serving; the flavors meld beautifully over time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Gordon Ramsay, Beef Barley Soup, Comfort Food, Hearty Soup