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Beef barley soup
Calories & nutrition facts
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Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 52 kcal —
- Protein 2.8 g 6%
- Carbohydrate 7 g 3%
- Fat 1 g 1%
- Saturated fat 0.3 g 2%
- Fibre 0.9 g 3%
- Sugars 1.2 g —
- Sodium 297 mg 13%
- Cholesterol 4 mg 1%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 14 µg 2%
- Vitamin C 0.5 mg 1%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.12 mg 1%
- Vitamin K 0.4 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.03 mg 2%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.09 mg 7%
- Niacin (B3) 0.93 mg 6%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.18 mg 4%
- Vitamin B6 0.08 mg 5%
- Folate (B9) 11 µg 3%
- Vitamin B12 0.15 µg 6%
- Choline 9 mg 2%
Minerals
- Calcium 11 mg 1%
- Iron 0.45 mg 3%
- Magnesium 9 mg 2%
- Phosphorus 50 mg 4%
- Potassium 121 mg 3%
- Zinc 0.5 mg 5%
- Copper 0.06 mg 6%
- Manganese 0.09 mg 4%
- Selenium 2.2 µg 4%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 52 | 2.8 g | 7 g | 1 g |
| 1 × cup | 208 g | 108 | 5.8 g | 15 g | 2 g |
| 1 × can | 527 g | 274 | 15 g | 37 g | 5.1 g |
| 2 × cup | 416 g | 216 | 12 g | 29 g | 4 g |
| ½ × cup | 104 g | 54 | 2.9 g | 7.3 g | 1 g |
| 3 × cup | 624 g | 324 | 18 g | 44 g | 6 g |
| 4 × cup | 832 g | 433 | 23 g | 59 g | 8 g |
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Questions about Beef barley soup
How do you make beef barley soup from scratch?
Brown diced stewing beef in a little oil, then soften onion, carrot and celery. Add stock, barley and herbs; simmer gently until the beef is tender and the barley is soft, usually 1½–2 hours for pearl barley, adding extra stock if it thickens too much.
Does barley need soaking before you add it to beef soup?
Pearl barley does not need soaking: rinse it, then add it straight to the simmering soup. Hulled barley takes longer to cook, so soak it overnight or cook it separately before adding.
When should you add barley to beef soup?
Add pearl barley about 45 minutes before the end of cooking; it needs time to soften but can turn mushy if simmered for hours. If the soup will be reheated later, cook the barley separately and add it when serving so it does not soak up all the broth.
Can you freeze beef barley soup?
Yes, but barley softens and absorbs liquid as the soup thaws and reheats. Freeze it in meal-sized portions, then loosen it in a saucepan with a splash of stock or water; for the best texture, freeze the soup before adding the barley.
What should you serve with beef barley soup?
Crusty bread is a classic partner for soaking up the broth; a sharp green salad or pickled vegetables balance its savoury, hearty flavour. It also makes a filling meal on its own.
Can you use another grain instead of barley in beef soup?
For a similar chewy texture, use farro or wheat berries, allowing for their cooking time. Rice cooks faster and makes a softer soup; add it near the end so it does not break down.
How much beef barley soup is a serving?
A bowl of about 200 g is a practical serving, though a larger bowl can make a meal. A 208 g portion is 108 kcal and provides 5.8 g of protein.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 174073 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
