ReceptnaptárGraupensuppe (Gerstensuppe) (pearl barley soup with smoked meat and root vegetables)
Graupensuppe is a hearty, simple pearl barley soup of German and Central European cooking: filling, rich in fibre and warming. With root vegetables and smoked meat it gets a strong, homely flavour. It used to be food for the poor, and today it is fashionable again.
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Method
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- Rinse the pearl barley under cold water.
- Fry the onion in the oil, add the vegetables and fry for 4-5 minutes.
- Add the barley, smoked meat and bay leaf and pour in the stock.
- Bring to the boil, then simmer covered over low heat for 45-50 minutes until the barley is tender.
- Remove the meat, slice it and return it to the pot.
- Season with salt, pepper and marjoram and sprinkle with parsley.
- If it is too thick, thin with a little hot water.
A Receptnaptár original recipe. Calories and protein are estimated.
Tips
- Barley swells and thickens as it cooks, so you often need to top up the liquid.
- The smoked meat gives the dish its depth.
- The next day it will be thicker; thin it with water.
Frequently asked questions
What is pearl barley?
Hulled and polished barley grains, small and round.
Vegetarian version?
It can be made meat-free with smoked paprika and mushrooms.
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