Description
Gordon Ramsay’s Beef Barley Soup is a warm, hearty dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This comforting soup features tender cubed beef chuck and a medley of fresh vegetables, all simmered in a rich beef broth enhanced with the tangy notes of red apple vinegar. The addition of pearled barley not only adds a satisfying chew but also enriches the soup’s nutritional profile, making it both filling and wholesome. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this recipe offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will surely warm your soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs cubed beef chuck
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 diced onion
- 2 diced ribs celery
- 4 diced carrots
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- ¾ cup dry red apple vinegar
- 6 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Fresh thyme sprigs
- 1 cup pearled barley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup minced parsley
Instructions
- Season cubed beef chuck with salt and pepper. In a large pot over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sear the beef until browned on all sides. Remove from pot.
- In the same pot, sauté diced onion, celery, and carrots for about 5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Deglaze the pot with red apple vinegar, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Add low-sodium beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, fresh thyme, and the seared beef back into the pot. Bring to a gentle simmer for about 45 minutes.
- Stir in pearled barley and continue to simmer for another 45–60 minutes until barley is tender.
- Adjust seasoning to taste with salt and pepper before removing from heat. Stir in minced parsley just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 105 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Comfort
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 2 cups or 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg