World Flavors Cookbook

Krupnik (Polish Barley Soup)

A comforting, thick soup made from pearl barley, vegetables, and chicken or pork broth.

Cuisine: Poland

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup pearl barley
• 400g chicken or pork ribs
• 2 carrots, diced
• 1 parsnip, diced
• 1/4 celery root, diced
• 4 large potatoes, cubed
• 1 onion
• 2 bay leaves, 3 allspice berries
• Salt and black pepper
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Place the meat in a large pot with water, bay leaves, and allspice. Bring to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes.
2. Add the pearl barley and continue cooking for another 15 minutes.
3. Add the diced carrots, parsnip, celery root, and potatoes.
4. Sauté the onion and add it to the pot.
5. Simmer until the barley and vegetables are tender (about 20-30 minutes).
6. Season with salt and pepper.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.