Bovec Wild Mushroom and Barley Soup (Bovška Divja Gobova in Ječmenova Juha)

Bovška Divja Gobova in Ječmenova Juha, or Bovec Wild Mushroom and Barley Soup, is a traditional Slovenian dish that is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a cozy meal on a chilly day.

Bovec Wild Mushroom and Barley Soup (Bovška Divja Gobova in Ječmenova Juha)

Ingredients

  • 500g wild mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 cup barley
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions, carrots, and celery, and sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot and cook until they release their liquid and start to brown, about 10 minutes.
  3. Stir in the barley and vegetable broth. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until the barley is tender.
  4. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
8g
Fat
9g

Supplies

Large pot Wooden spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Soup ladle Soup bowls Serving spoon

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the Bovška Divja Gobova in Ječmenova Juha with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Feel free to use a mix of your favorite wild mushrooms for a more complex flavor in the soup.

Cost

$15