Beef and Barley Stew

Ingredients

• 1 lb onion, chopped
• 6 cloves garlic
• oil, for frying
• 1 1/2 lbs short ribs
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 can tomato paste (156 mL)
• 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tbsp basil
• 1/2 lb pot barley, washed
• 4 cups, boiling (add more as required)

Directions

1. Fry the onions and garlic on medium heat until golden brown
2. Add beef and salt and cook on medium heat until beef is browned
3. Add tomato, vinegar, basil, barley and water
4. Bring to the boil, then simmer until the barley is cooked

Notes