Mushroom Barley Soup

Name: Mushroom Barley Soup
Prep time: PT20 minutes
Cook time: PT1 hour 15 minutes
Total time: PT1 hour 35 minutes
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Ukraine
Ingredients: 0.5 cup Pearl barley; 20 g Dried mushrooms (like porcini); 2 tbsp Butter or vegetable oil; 1 large Onions, chopped; 2 medium Carrots, chopped; 2 stalks Celery stalks, chopped; 400 g Fresh mushrooms (like cremini or shiitake), sliced; 8 cups Vegetable or mushroom broth; 1 piece Bay leaf; 0.25 cup Fresh dill, chopped; undefined to taste Salt; undefined to taste Black pepper; undefined for serving (optional) Sour cream or crème fraîche

A hearty and flavorful soup featuring earthy mushrooms and chewy barley, this Ukrainian-inspired dish is a comforting and nourishing meal, often enriched with root vegetables and fresh herbs.

준비 시간20 minutes

조리 시간1 hour 15 minutes

총 시간1 hour 35 minutes

1회 제공량6

난이도Medium

원본· Feb 8

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👨‍🍳 조리법

1
Rinse the pearl barley under cold water and soak it in warm water for at least 1 hour (or overnight for quicker cooking). Drain and rinse again.
💡 전문가 팁: Soaking barley helps it cook more evenly and reduces cooking time.
2
In a small bowl, cover the dried mushrooms with 2 cups of hot water and let them rehydrate for about 20-30 minutes. Once softened, lift the mushrooms out of the water (reserve the soaking liquid), chop them, and strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove any grit.
⏱️ 20-30 minutes
3
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the butter or oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 8-10 minutes.
⏱️ 8-10 minutes
4
Add the sliced fresh mushrooms and cook until they release their liquid and start to brown, about 5-7 minutes.
⏱️ 5-7 minutes
5
Pour in the vegetable or mushroom broth, the reserved mushroom soaking liquid, the soaked barley, chopped rehydrated mushrooms, and the bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
💡 전문가 팁: Using mushroom broth or the soaking liquid from dried mushrooms adds extra depth of flavor.
6
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until the barley is tender and cooked through. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
⏱️ 45-60 minutes
7
Remove the bay leaf. Stir in the fresh chopped dill. Season generously with salt and black pepper to taste.
💡 전문가 팁: Serve hot, garnished with a dollop of sour cream or crème fraîche if desired.

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💡 전문가 팁

✓For a richer flavor, use a combination of fresh and dried mushrooms.
✓Add other root vegetables like parsnips or potatoes if desired.
✓This soup freezes well; cool completely before freezing.

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Add a can of cream of mushroom soup for an extra creamy texture (as suggested in some recipes).
Incorporate shredded chicken or small pieces of pork for added protein.