“I think it's been a pretty solid recovery, but there are still some flavors that will eventually disappear.”
“will add in some good starches, some good fiber, and hopefully soak up any leftover nastiness”
“mostly so I can clear up some shelf space”
“using a much more reasonable amount... I think this is about half what I made the mistake of adding the first time”
“Unsure about doubling up on onion flavor, but they were starting to wilt.”
“Great additions since it's nearly impossible to overcook them.”
“To improve the broth.”
“I think it's been a pretty solid recovery, but there are still some flavors that will eventually disappear.”
The stew is no longer a 'garlic or grease bomb' and has been improved by pho broth concentrate; it features spring onions and mushrooms.
The stew is in a recovery phase after previously being overwhelmed by garlic and grease. The creator is using barley specifically to help absorb unwanted flavors.