Best Beef Barley Soup (Instant Pot and Stovetop)

Step 1

To make in the Instant Pot: Hit the saute function on the Instant Pot and adjust the heat to high.

Step 2

Add the olive oil and let it heat up. Then add in the beef, onion, salt and pepper. Saute until the meat has browned a bit. Then hit the cancel button.

Step 3

Add in the rest of the ingredients and mix together. Place the lid on and turn the nozzle or valve to the sealing position.

Step 4

Hit the manual button for 20 minutes. Let the pressure come down naturally.

Step 5

Stir in parsley if using and serve.

Step 6

To make on the stove top: In a stock pan, add your oil, onions and beef cubes. Season beef chunks with salt and pepper.

Step 7

When beef is browned, add enough water to almost cover the beef.

Step 8

Bring to a simmer and cover loosely with the lid skewed.

Step 9

Simmer for 30 minutes -1 hour until the meat is soft. Check often and add more water if it evaporates. When the meat is cooked there should be a bit of liquid left.

Step 10

Add in the rest of the ingredients and then bring to a boil.

Step 11

Add the barley and cook for 45 minutes or until barley is tender.

Step 12

Stir in the parsley parsley if using and serve immediately.