Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 cup onion, finely chopped (approximately 1 medium onion)
  • 1/2 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 4 cups cabbage, chopped
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 1/2 cup dry barley
  • 2-3 bay leaves
  • 2 cups tomato sauce (16 oz.)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon miso paste
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instruction

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium high heat for 2 minutes until the hot oil is sizzling and shimmering. Add ground beef and stir well to cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  • Add onion and garlic. Stir well to combine and cook for 3-4 minutes until onions are soft and tender. Add cabbage, carrots, barley, and bay leaves. Stir well to combine and cook for another 2 minutes.
  • Add tomato sauce, soy sauce, miso paste and water. Stir well and bring the soup to a boil.
  • Turn the heat down to low and cover. Simmer for 1 hour until the barley is soft and tripled in size. The barley be soft but still chewy.
  • Serve warm and garnish with fresh parsley.