Iranian Barley Soup
Found online at an iranian student website and posted per a recipe request.
Steps
Put everything into a pot and then bring to a gentle boil.
Simmer for 1 1 / 4 hours , stirring occasionally.
Variations: fry the onions in the oil before putting them in the pot.
Add 1 cup of cooked chick peas or red kidney beans a few min before serving.
Ingredients
barley, dry green lentils, water, onions, olive oil, dried mint, turmeric, ground black pepper