Barley soup with beef and tomatoes
Description
This flavorful soup is perfect for cold winter days. Ladle into bowls and serve.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Cut the beef into cubes. Dice the onion into medium-sized cubes. Mince the garlic. Slice the carrot into rounds. Cut the potatoes into large chunks. Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add olive oil. Sear the diced beef in the oil for 3 minutes until browned.
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Step 2
2. Then add the onion and garlic. Reduce the heat and cook until the onion becomes translucent. Be careful not to burn the onion and garlic. Increase the heat if necessary, and add more olive oil if needed to prevent the ingredients from sticking to the pan.
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Step 3
3. Add all the remaining ingredients to the pot, except for the tomatoes, and mix.
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Step 4
4. Increase the heat and bring the soup to a boil. Then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and simmer for two hours, stirring occasionally. Adjust the heat as needed to maintain a gentle simmer. If the soup becomes too thick, add a little water or broth.
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Step 5
5. Add spices to taste, then add tomatoes and cook for another hour.
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Step 6
6. Remove the bay leaf from the soup before serving.