Persian Barley Soup | Soup e Jo | سوپ جو | Iranian Soup Recipe

barley

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: rice

Quinoa offers a similar texture with added protein.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu provides a plant-based protein alternative.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more affordable and neutral in flavor.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: frozen spinach

Frozen spinach is cost-effective and retains nutrients.

Soak barley in water for at least 2 hours.

Heat butter in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in diced carrots and cook for 3-4 minutes.

Add soaked barley and water; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes until barley is tender.

Add chicken wings and cook until no longer pink, about 10 minutes.

Stir in chopped mushrooms and cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes.

Season with chicken stock, black pepper, and salt to taste.

Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

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