How to make Swiss Barley Soup (Bündner Gerstensuppe)! @MexMundo

smoked meat

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Lean turkey reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier with good fats.

cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon

Homemade broth offers better flavor without added cost.

Chop 4 carrots into small squares.

Chop 2 onions finely and stick cloves into one onion for flavor.

Cut 3 leeks into thin circles.

Cube the smoked pork chops into bite-sized pieces.

Heat a pot and add 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil.

Add the chopped onions, carrots, and leeks to the pot; sauté for about 5 minutes.

Add 3 liters of water, barley, 3 bay leaves, cubed pork, and salt and pepper to taste.

Bring to a boil and then simmer for about 2 hours on low to medium heat.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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