Beef Barley Stew Recipe

Name: Beef Barley Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil; 2 lbs stewing beef; 2 cups onions, chopped (I use frozen); 2 cups carrots, sliced (I use pre-cut fresh carrot chips); 3 celery ribs, cut into small chunks; ¼ cup red wine; 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans beef broth, low sodium; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground allspice; 1 teaspoon salt; ¾ cup barley, uncooked (Don't use the quick cook style)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons oil
2 lbs stewing beef
2 cups onions, chopped (I use frozen)
2 cups carrots, sliced (I use pre-cut fresh carrot chips)
3 celery ribs, cut into small chunks
¼ cup red wine
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans beef broth, low sodium
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon salt
¾ cup barley, uncooked (Don't use the quick cook style)

1
Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
2
In oven-safe dutch oven, heat oil over med high heat and brown beef.
3
Remove to a plate.
4
Add onions, carrots and celery to pan.
5
Saute for several minutes.
6
Deglaze pan with red wine.
7
Add broth, tomatoes, spices and salt.
8
Bring to a boil.
9
Place covered dutch oven in oven.
10
Cook 1 hour and 15 minutes.
11
Add barley, continue cooking for 60 minutes or until barley is tender.
12
Add more water if needed.

750

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons oil, 2 lbs stewing beef, 2 cups onions, chopped (I use frozen), 2 cups carrots, sliced (I use pre-cut fresh carrot chips), and more.

Yes, Beef Barley Stew falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Beef Barley Stew

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Variations & substitutions

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