Rabbit, Veal Or Chicken Stew With Herbs & Bar

Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
Hearty pearl barley stew with tender meat and aromatic herbs
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Rabbit, Veal Or Chicken Stew With Herbs & Bar

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 358.5

Description

This comforting stew combines tender rabbit, veal, or chicken with hearty pearl barley for a filling one-pot meal. Aromatics like leeks and garlic infuse the broth with deep flavor, while dried sage and bay leaves add an earthy herbal note. The barley absorbs the rich juices, thickening the sauce into a satisfying consistency. Perfect for cold evenings, this dish offers rustic charm and warmth. It is ideal for family dinners or cozy gatherings where simple, robust flavors are appreciated. The meat becomes fork-tender after slow simmering, ensuring every bite is delicious and easy to eat.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Melt the butter in a heavy-based pan or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add the meat joints, leeks, and garlic to the pan.
  3. Fry until the vegetables are slightly softened and the meat is lightly browned on all sides.
  4. Stir in the barley, water, wine vinegar, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  6. Cover the pot and reduce heat to low for a gentle simmer.
  7. Simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the meat is tender and falls easily from the bone.
  8. Stir in the dried sage and continue cooking for another 5-10 minutes.
  9. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
  10. Serve hot in bowls, allowing the barley to act as a vegetable side.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6


Amount Per Serving
Calories 358.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 40.5g63%
Saturated Fat 25.5g128%
Cholesterol 107.5mg36%
Sodium 321.5mg14%
Total Carbohydrate 0.1g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 0.5g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: stew, rabbit, veal, chicken, barley, leeks, garlic, sage, bay leaves, vinegar, simmer, comfort food, one-pot, herbs, dinner, winter
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