For a vegetarian option, substitute vegetable stock for chicken stock. Adjust the amount of tomato paste to suit your taste preferences. A little more can add a deeper, richer flavor. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil or a sprinkle of dried mint for an extra touch of elegance.
Ash-e-jow (Iranian/Persian Barley Soup)
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME2 hrs
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs 10 mins
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SERVING8 People
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Experience the comforting embrace of Ash-e-jow, a distinctive Persian barley soup. This version, inspired by family traditions, features a unique touch of tomato paste for a subtly tangy depth, while remaining elegantly free of lentils and beans. Hearty, satisfying, and easily adaptable for a vegetarian delight, it's a bowl of pure culinary warmth.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate28 g
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Cholesterol10 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein6 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium178 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat7 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View In a large saucepan, gently simmer the chicken stock. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View In a large pot over medium heat, heat the vegetable oil. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent. Add the pearl barley and stir for 1 minute. Incorporate the hot stock, tomato paste, lime juice, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1 hour.
03 Step
Recipe View Introduce the diced carrots to the soup and continue simmering until the soup has thickened and the carrots and barley are tender, approximately 30 minutes. If the soup becomes too thick, gradually add hot water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is achieved.
04 Step
Recipe View In a separate bowl, temper the sour cream by slowly pouring in 1/2 cup of the hot soup while whisking continuously. Gradually add the tempered sour cream back into the soup, whisking constantly to ensure a smooth incorporation. Stir in the fresh parsley. Serve hot, accompanied by fresh lime wedges.
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Desmond Hartmann
Jun 1, 2025My family loved this! It's a new staple in our house.
Murphy Reichel
Jan 6, 2025The recipe was easy to follow, and the soup turned out perfectly.
Tatyana Schaefer
Sep 17, 2024This soup is so comforting and flavorful! The tomato paste adds a really nice depth.
Braden Gleason
Apr 1, 2024This is a great recipe! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Domenica Mckenzie
Dec 12, 2023I made this vegetarian with vegetable stock, and it was just as delicious.
Onie Conn
Dec 2, 2023I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat, and it was amazing!