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Mushroom barley soup

Recipe Information

Description:
Mushroom barley soup is a delicious American recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 35 minutes of prep time and about 35 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 1 hour, 10 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 8 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 8
Preparation Time 35 Minutes
Cook Time 35 Minutes
Total Time 1 Hour, 10 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Mushrooms; Barley
Category Rice & Grains; Vegetables
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Appetizer; Main Dish; Side Dish
Subtype Soup
Cuisine American
Cook Method Boiling; Sautéing
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup pearl barley

  • 6 1/2 cups water

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 medium onion, chopped

  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 4 cups mushrooms, chopped

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 3 tablespoons dry sherry

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

Directions

  • Bring 1 1/2 cups of water to boil in a large stockpot and add the barley, simmering for 20-30 minutes, covered.

  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the onion and bell pepper for 5 minutes. Stir in the mushrooms, garlic, and salt, cooking for 10-12 minutes. Add the soy sauce, sherry, and Worcestershire sauce.

  • Add all ingredients in the skillet to the pot of barley, adding the remaining 5 cups of water. Partially cover the pot and simmer for 20 minutes.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 82 cal

  • Total fat: 2g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Sodium: 498mg

  • Carbohydrate: 12g

  • Fiber: 2g

  • Protein: 3g