Mystery Barley Soup

Name: Mystery Barley Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 beef oxtail (about 2 lb.), disjointed; 1/2 c. chopped onions; 8 c. water; 1 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 1/4 c. chopped parsley; 1/2 c. chopped carrots; 1 c. chopped celery; 1/4 c. barley; 1 (12 oz.) can tomato juice; 2 Tbsp. chopped black licorice; 1/2 tsp. marjoram; 1/2 tsp. basil

Eats Now Editorial Team · 134 kcal · Soups & Stews

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Mystery Barley Soup – a delicious recipe with beef, onions, water, salt, pepper, parsley. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Soups & Stews

Servings: persons

1 beef oxtail (about 2 lb.), disjointed
1/2 c. chopped onions
8 c. water
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/4 c. chopped parsley
1/2 c. chopped carrots
1 c. chopped celery
1/4 c. barley
1 (12 oz.) can tomato juice
2 Tbsp. chopped black licorice
1/2 tsp. marjoram
1/2 tsp. basil

1
In a 5-quart Dutch oven, cook oxtail pieces over medium heat until lightly browned.
2
Add onions and cook until tender. Add water, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, about 4 hours to blend flavors and reduce volume by half. Add all remaining ingredients.
3
Simmer until barley is cooked, about 45 minutes.
4
Skim off excess fat before serving.

134

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 beef oxtail (about 2 lb.), disjointed, 1/2 c. chopped onions, 8 c. water, 1 1/2 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, Mystery Barley Soup 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
134 kcal
Category
Soups & Stews

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