VEAL OR CHICKEN STEW WITH HERBS & BARLEY

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In 7th century England, herbs were one of the few flavourings available to cooks and were used heavily, as in this medieval recipe. The original recipe also allowed the cook to use rabbit or hare joints in place of the veal or chicken.

Provided by Millereg

Categories     Stew

Time 2h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 ounces butter
2 -3 lbs stewing veal or 2 -3 lbs chicken legs-thighs (depending on the amount of bone)
1 lb leek, washed and trimmed,thickly sliced
4 cloves garlic, chopped finely
6 ounces barley
3 3/4 cups water
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar or 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 bay leaves
salt and pepper
15 fresh, roughly chopped sage leaves or 1 tablespoon dried sage

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a heavy pan and fry the meat with the leeks and garlic till the vegetables are slightly softened and the meat lightly browned.
  • Add the barley, water, vinegar, bay leaves and seasoning.
  • Bring the pot to the boil, cover it and simmer gently for 1 to 1 ½ hours or until the meat is really tender and ready to fall from the bone.
  • Add the sage and continue to cook for several minutes.
  • Adjust the seasoning to taste and serve in bowls- the barley will serve as a vegetable.

Benson Bongo
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I'm glad I tried this recipe, but I won't be making it again.


Bangla coc
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I'm surprised this recipe has so many positive reviews.


Deborah Rule
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This recipe needs some serious tweaking.


Nawaz Bhatti
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I would not recommend this recipe to others.


Mad John
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Overall, I was disappointed with this stew.


Elem Lawrence Chinedu
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I think this stew would be better with a different type of meat, like beef or pork.


Paras Subedi
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This stew took a lot longer to cook than I expected.


Mushtaq ameen Ameen
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I found the barley to be a bit too chewy.


Colton Vick
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This stew was a bit bland for my taste.


Shawnice Thomas
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I'm definitely going to make this stew again soon. It's a new family favorite!


Kelly Murcutt
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover chicken or veal.


Mariam Hamisi
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I served this stew over mashed potatoes and it was amazing.


GERALD MUHU
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I added a few extra vegetables to this stew, like carrots and celery.


Abby Burwell
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The herbs in this stew really shine through. I used fresh thyme and rosemary from my garden.


Muhib Wasif
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This stew is so hearty and filling. It's perfect for a cold winter day.


Ahmad lala
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I'm not a huge fan of barley, but I actually really enjoyed it in this stew.


Maria's math care
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The barley gave this stew a really nice texture.


Zabi Zabi
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I love how easy this stew is to make. I just threw everything in the pot and let it simmer for a few hours. It's perfect for a busy weeknight meal.


Martin White
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This stew was absolutely delicious! The herbs and barley added such a unique and flavorful twist to the classic dish. I will definitely be making this again.