Bündner Gerstensuppe barley soup recipe

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.

Soak barley in water overnight to soften.

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

Add chopped onions, garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in soaked barley, ensuring it is well coated with butter.

Pour in vegetable broth and add bay leaves and thyme; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer for about 30-40 minutes until barley is tender.

Add diced potatoes and continue to cook until potatoes are soft, about 15-20 minutes.

Stir in chopped parsley and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

If using, add diced smoked meat and heat through for 5 minutes.

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Ladle soup into bowls and drizzle with cream if desired.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens