When the weather turns cold and the days get shorter, there's nothing more comforting than a steaming bowl of hearty stew. And if you're looking for a dish that's rich in flavor, nutritious, and downright delicious, look no further than Barley Beef Stew. This one-pot wonder combines tender chunks of beef, wholesome barley, and a medley of vegetables in a savory broth, making it the perfect meal for warming up after a long day.
Why Barley Beef Stew?
Barley adds a unique texture and a nutty flavor to this stew, while also providing a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Combined with the richness of beef, and the earthiness of vegetables, it’s a meal that checks all the boxes—comforting, filling, and healthy.
If you’ve never made barley stew before, don’t worry! It’s simple, requires just a few basic ingredients, and the slow-cooking process allows all the flavors to meld together beautifully.
1 1/2 lb. stew beef
3 medium potatoes, cut into small chunks
3 medium carrots, cut into small chunks
8 oz white mushrooms, sliced
1 small yellow onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 cup uncooked pearl barley
1/4 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoon olive oil
2 bay leaves
3 tablespoon tomato paste
4 cups beef broth
In medium bowl combine flour, salt, pepper.
Add meat. Toss to coat.
In large pot heat oil over medium heat, add meat, cook until well browned, about 5 minutes.
Remove meat, set aside.
Add onion, cook to soften.
Add garlic, carrots, potatoes, mushrooms, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, beef broth, reserved meat.
Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover with a lid and simmer for 30 minutes.
After 30 minutes add barley and continue to simmer for additional 45 minutes until barley is cooked and meat is tender.
Serve with garlic bread.
Servings: 6
Calories: 460kcal, Fat: 23g, Saturated Fat: 8g, Cholesterol: 75mg, Sodium: 880mg, Carbohydrates: 36g, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 4g, Protein: 28g
Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.
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