some miso in the
refrigerator takes the
place of many broths

source, 4 servings
olive oil, 6 smashed cloves garlic, 3/4 c pearled barley, 2 t tamari, 1 lb sliced asparagus, 3 sliced leeks, 1 c peas, 1 T miso, 2 t grated ginger, 2 T rice vinegar
cook leeks, garlic, oil until browning; add barley, cook 1 minute; add 6 c water, tamari, cook until done; add peas & asparagus, remove from heat, add rest