17 July, 2024
Barley Soup – Krupnik
Posted in : Chicken, Pork, Soups, Turkey on by : MikeZ
Barley Soup – Krupnik
Polish Barley Soup (Krupnik) is a comfort food for a chilly day. A perfect main course with a taste of the Old Country in every spoonful.
Servings 8
Equipment
- Large Pot
INGREDIENTS
- 1 lb. Pork Ribs or Chicken Pieces
- 9 slices Smoked Bacon
- 1 lg. Carrot - (peeled and diced)
- 1 Parsnip - (peeled and diced)
- 1 Celery stalk
- 1 Leek - (cleaned and sliced)
- 8 ½ cup Water
- 1 cup Pearl Barley - rinsed
- 5 Medium Potatoes - (peeled and diced)
- 1 Onion - (whole – peeled)
- 2 Bay Leaves
- 3 Allspice Berries
- 1 tsp. Marjoram
- Salt and Pepper - (to taste)
- 2 Tbsp. Fresh Parsley
INSTRUCTIONS
- Combine the meat, smoked bacon, water, bay leaves, allspice berries, and whole onion in a large pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.
- Remove the meat and strain the broth. Return the broth to the pot and add the diced carrots, parsnips, celery root, and leeks. Cook for 20 minutes.
- Add the rinsed barley and diced potatoes to the pot. Simmer for an additional 30 minutes or until the barley and potatoes are tender.
- Remove the whole onion and bay leaves. Shred the cooked meat and return it to the pot. Add marjoram, salt, and pepper to taste. Simmer for another 10 minutes.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve hot.
Notes
Krupnik can also be made with turkey or a combination of chicken and pork for a richer flavor.
For a vegetarian version, omit the meat and use vegetable broth instead.
If you prefer a thicker consistency, cook the barley longer or add more barley.
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