Lean Bison & Barley Soup with Green Peas

INGREDIENTS

• 12 oz. bison top sirloin steak, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 4 1/2 tsp canola oil, divided
• 1/4 tsp kosher salt
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1 1/2 large shallots, minced
• 3/4 cup diced celery
• 3/4 cup diced carrots
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 3/4 cup pearl barley
• 5 1/4 cups 99% fat-free beef broth
• 3/4 cup water
• 3/4 cup frozen green peas
• 1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp chopped flat-leaf parsley
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste