Gordon Ramsay Beef Barley Soup
Experience the warmth and heartiness of Gordon Ramsay’s Beef Barley Soup, a delightful dish that brings comfort to any table. This nourishing soup features tender beef chuck simmered in a rich broth infused with the tang of red apple vinegar, complemented by wholesome vegetables and pearled barley. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this recipe is simple to prepare and yields a comforting meal that only gets better with time. Serve it alongside crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete dining experience that satisfies both the palate and the soul.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck, cubed
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 ribs celery, diced
- 4 carrots, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ¾ cup dry red apple vinegar
- 6 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup pearled barley
- Fresh thyme and parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sear seasoned beef in hot oil until browned, then set aside.
- Sauté onion, celery, and carrots in the same pot until softened; add garlic and cook briefly.
- Deglaze with red apple vinegar, scraping up flavorful bits from the pot.
- Add broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme sprigs, and seared beef; simmer for 45 minutes.
- Stir in pearled barley and simmer for an additional 45–60 minutes until tender.
- Adjust consistency with extra broth if needed; season to taste and stir in parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg