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Hearty Beef Barley Soup

Last updated on November 16, 2021. Originally posted on January 30, 2018 By Tania Sheff

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This Hearty Beef Barley Soup is a restaurant-worthy, absolutely delicious, easy-to-make and filling meal. Made with only 8 ingredients, less than 30 minutes of active cooking time, and minimal cleanup, it will feed the whole family! ❤ COOKTORIA.COM

This Hearty Beef Barley Soup is a restaurant-worthy, absolutely delicious, easy-to-make and filling meal. Made with only 8 ingredients, less than 30 minutes of active cooking time, and minimal cleanup, it will feed the whole family!

This Hearty Beef Barley Soup is a restaurant-worthy, absolutely delicious, easy-to-make and filling meal. Made with only 8 ingredients, less than 30 minutes of active cooking time, and minimal cleanup, it will feed the whole family! ❤ COOKTORIA.COM

I cook this Hearty Beef Barley Soup every single week during the winter months. It is my family’s absolute favorite soup. It is rich, flavorful, and healthy, and I bet you’ll be making it often once you give it a try. Seriously, it is just incredibly delicious! 

I like making it a bit thick, with an almost stew-like consistency, but it is totally okay to add some extra broth to thin it out. You can use beef or chicken broth in this recipe with great results.

WATCH HOW TO MAKE HEARTY BEEF BARLEY SOUP

Now let's take a minute and talk about barley.

This Hearty Beef Barley Soup is a restaurant-worthy, absolutely delicious, easy-to-make and filling meal. Made with only 8 ingredients, less than 30 minutes of active cooking time, and minimal cleanup, it will feed the whole family! ❤ COOKTORIA.COM

ABOUT BARLEY 

Barley is actually one of the oldest consumed grains in the world. Although it is not as popular as quinoa these days, the health benefits are just as impressive. Barley, being an excellent source of fiber, keeps your body toxin-free. It helps to strengthen your immune system, lower your blood sugar, improve digestion, prevent heart disease, provide antioxidants, and the list goes on. If you'd like to learn more about the health benefits, check out this article: Barley Nutrition Facts, Benefits & How to Cook It!

WHAT KIND OF BARLEY IS BEST FOR BEEF BARLEY SOUP

There are many varieties of barley, depending on the processing method. In this Hearty Beef Barley Soup, you may use Hulled Barley (a bit healthier) or Pearl Barley (more common). If using hulled barley, keep in mind that it has a bit rough (chewy) texture and may require some extra cooking time. 

WHAT KIND OF BEEF TO USE

The best cut for this recipe is boneless chuck roast. It has a great flavor and softens very nicely.

If you’d prefer, you can also use ground beef in this recipe. If making a ground beef barley soup, you can reduce cooking time to one hour.

This Hearty Beef Barley Soup is a restaurant-worthy, absolutely delicious, easy-to-make and filling meal. Made with only 8 ingredients, less than 30 minutes of active cooking time, and minimal cleanup, it will feed the whole family! ❤ COOKTORIA.COM

BEEF BARLEY SOUP RECIPE

1. Heat up a large pot on high heat. Add the olive oil and beef. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes, until the liquids evaporate and the beef starts to brown.

This Hearty Beef Barley Soup is a restaurant-worthy, absolutely delicious, easy-to-make and filling meal. Made with only 8 ingredients, less than 30 minutes of active cooking time, and minimal cleanup, it will feed the whole family! ❤ COOKTORIA.COM

2. Reduce heat to medium and add onion, carrots, and garlic. Cook for about 5 minutes.

This Hearty Beef Barley Soup is a restaurant-worthy, absolutely delicious, easy-to-make and filling meal. Made with only 8 ingredients, less than 30 minutes of active cooking time, and minimal cleanup, it will feed the whole family! ❤ COOKTORIA.COM

3. Add the tomato paste, thyme, salt, and pepper and mix everything well. Add the barley and beef (or chicken) broth. Reduce the heat to medium low, and cook until the beef is very tender, for about 1 ½ hours.

Note: add extra broth if you'd like to thin out the soup a bit more.

This Hearty Beef Barley Soup is a restaurant-worthy, absolutely delicious, easy-to-make and filling meal. Made with only 8 ingredients, less than 30 minutes of active cooking time, and minimal cleanup, it will feed the whole family! ❤ COOKTORIA.COM
This Hearty Beef Barley Soup is a restaurant-worthy, absolutely delicious, easy-to-make and filling meal. Made with only 8 ingredients, less than 30 minutes of active cooking time, and minimal cleanup, it will feed the whole family! ❤ COOKTORIA.COM

BEEF BARLEY SOUP TIPS

Be patient! It takes some time to cook beef until very tender, so be patient, and cook a little longer if needed. 

Homemade is best! Use homemade beef stock for the best flavor.

Pick your barley! Remember, that while hulled barley is healthier, pearl barley has softer texture. 

Add herbs! Add some herbs (fresh thyme, rosemary and/or mint) for extra flavor. 

You'll also enjoy these hearty soups: 

  • Homemade Turkey Soup
  • Ultimate Mushroom Soup
  • Instant Pot Hamburger Soup
  • Greek Chicken Lemon Soup 
  • Chicken Stew
  • Easy Puréed Bean Soup
This Hearty Beef Barley Soup is a restaurant-worthy, absolutely delicious, easy-to-make and filling meal. Made with only 8 ingredients, less than 30 minutes of active cooking time, and minimal cleanup, it will feed the whole family! ❤ COOKTORIA.COM

Hearty Beef Barley Soup

Tania Sheff
This Hearty Beef Barley Soup is a restaurant-worthy, absolutely delicious, easy-to-make and filling meal. Made with only 8 ingredients, less than 30 minutes of active cooking time, and minimal cleanup, it will feed the whole family!
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 1 hr 30 mins
Total Time 1 hr 45 mins
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 414 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ lb. boneless chuck roast, cut into small cubes
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 medium carrots, peeled and diced
  • 1 large onion, peeled and diced
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 cup pearl barley (or hulled barley)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 8 cups beef or chicken broth
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat up a large pot on high heat. Add the olive oil and beef. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes, until the liquids evaporate and the beef starts to brown.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add onion, carrots, and garlic. Cook for about 5 minutes.
  • Add the tomato paste, thyme, salt, and pepper and mix everything well. Add the barley and beef (or chicken) broth. Reduce the heat to medium low, and cook until the beef is very tender, for about 1 ½ hours. Note: add extra broth if you’d like to thin out the soup a bit more.

Notes

Nutrition

Calories: 414kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 26gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 78mgSodium: 166mgPotassium: 687mgFiber: 7gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 6890IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 54mgIron: 4mg
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  1. Linda says

    November 30, 2021 at 2:51 pm

    Should I cover the pot

    Reply
    • Tania Sheff says

      December 04, 2021 at 3:02 pm

      HI Linda! Yes, you should cover the pot. Happy cooking!

      Reply
  2. Cathy Rothfuss says

    November 27, 2021 at 1:18 pm

    Has anyone tried this in the slow cooker?

    Reply
  3. Arleen says

    November 16, 2021 at 11:16 am

    A looks wonderful fo. I will make it today!

    Reply
    • Tania Sheff says

      November 16, 2021 at 6:38 pm

      Awesome! Happy cooking, Arleen!

      Reply
  4. Michelle says

    November 14, 2021 at 2:52 pm

    Can I make without the beef?

    Reply
    • Tania Sheff says

      November 16, 2021 at 6:37 pm

      Hi Michelle! You can use dark chicken meat instead. Happy cooking!

      Reply
  5. Colleen says

    November 13, 2021 at 5:54 am

    5 stars
    Fall is here. This beef barley soup is amazing I have made this a number of times and my family request for Saturday’s afternoons snd I make enough to take to work for a few days.
    Thank you.

    Reply
    • Tania Sheff says

      November 14, 2021 at 1:06 pm

      Happy fall, Colleen! I am glad you enjoyed this soup! 🙂

      Reply
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