ASH-E JOE - PERSIAN BARLEY SOUP

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Ash-E Joe - Persian Barley Soup image

From www.iranonline.com. Kashk is available in middle eastern grocery stores. It can be substituted by sour cream. The recipe didn't state serving numbers so I have guestimated.

Provided by Coasty

Categories     Chowders

Time 3h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

125 g pearl barley
750 g fresh herbs equal portions parsley, spinach, chive, dill and coriander
125 g garbanzo beans
125 g red kidney beans
125 g lentils
1/4 cup white rice
3 medium onions
2 cups kashk
1 tablespoon dried mint
1 teaspoon turmeric
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Soak all beans together for several hours, preferably overnight.
  • Soak rice and barley together for several hours, preferably overnight.
  • Cook the beans with enough water to cover for an hour over low heat. Then add rice and barley. Stir occasionally.
  • Clean the herbs removing coarse stems, wash, dry and chop finely.
  • Add the herbs after 1/2 hour and continue to cook over low heat. Don't forget to stir occasionally.
  • Simmer for a further 2 to 3 hours until all ingredients are tender and well blended. The outcome should be thick and not watery.
  • Remove from heat, add kashk keeping one tbs for garnish, salt and pepper and stir. Dish up into a serving dish.
  • Slice the onions and fry in a little oil until it turns golden brown. Add mint and tumeric and stir.
  • Garnish the soup with kashk and the fried onion.

Shanta Bhandari
[email protected]

I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and comforting. I love to serve it with a side of crusty bread.


Donnah Hannod
[email protected]

I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. It's definitely a keeper!


Ivan Calico
[email protected]

This soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I love that I can just throw everything in the pot and let it simmer. It's the perfect soup for a busy weeknight.


Ghulam Muhammad Junejo
[email protected]

I'm not a huge fan of barley, but I really enjoyed this soup. The barley is cooked perfectly and it really soaks up all the delicious flavors of the soup. I'll definitely be making this again!


A b
[email protected]

This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken or beef. I often make it with rotisserie chicken and it's always delicious. The soup is also very forgiving, so you can easily adjust the ingredients to your liking.


Dilmaya Lama
[email protected]

I love that this soup is so versatile. You can easily add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste. I often add extra vegetables, such as carrots, celery, and potatoes.


Muhammad Malik
[email protected]

I'm always looking for new and exciting soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The flavors are so unique and delicious, and the soup is very easy to make.


Rajo0322 Rajo03
[email protected]

This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the barley and the lentils, and they don't even realize they're eating healthy.


Natalya Lazcano
[email protected]

I've never made Persian food before, but this soup was so easy to make and it turned out delicious. I'll definitely be trying more Persian recipes in the future.


Meta Met
[email protected]

This soup is so comforting and flavorful. It's the perfect meal for a cold winter day. I especially love the addition of the fresh herbs.


Aryan Xatteri
[email protected]

I love the unique flavor of this soup. The combination of barley, lentils, and spices is simply amazing. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


GIDEON KERICH
[email protected]

This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I often make it with rotisserie chicken and it's always delicious. The soup is also very forgiving, so you can easily adjust the ingredients to your liking.


Naung Mobile
[email protected]

I'm a vegetarian and I love this soup. It's so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I often add extra vegetables, such as carrots, celery, and potatoes.


Mohammad Shorif
[email protected]

This soup is the perfect way to warm up on a cold day. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing. I highly recommend it!


Adila Anane
[email protected]

I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and comforting. I love to serve it with a side of crusty bread.


Md Nasim
[email protected]

I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. It's definitely a keeper!


Banele Mkhondwane
[email protected]

This soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I love that I can just throw everything in the pot and let it simmer. It's the perfect soup for a busy weeknight.


Henry Okafor
[email protected]

I'm not usually a fan of barley, but this soup changed my mind. The barley is cooked perfectly and it really soaks up all the delicious flavors of the soup. I'll definitely be making this again!


ItsOnlyAli
[email protected]

This soup is AMAZING!!! I've never had anything like it before. The flavors are so complex and delicious, and the barley gives it a really nice texture. I'll definitely be making this again!