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Creamy Greek Lemon Egg Soup

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A comforting and tangy traditional Greek soup, Avgolemono, featuring a velvety texture, zesty citrus flavor, and hearty rice.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups (1.5 liters) chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup (95g) white rice or orzo
  • 3 large eggs
  • Juice of 2 fresh lemons (about 1/4 cup or 60ml)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup (150g) shredded cooked chicken (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Bring 6 cups (1.5 liters) of chicken broth to a simmer in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add 1/2 cup (95g) of white rice or orzo to the broth. Stir occasionally and cook for 10-12 minutes until tender.
  3. While the rice is cooking, crack 3 large eggs into a medium bowl and whisk until frothy.
  4. Add the juice of 2 fresh lemons (about 1/4 cup or 60ml) and 1 teaspoon of lemon zest to the eggs. Whisk until well combined.
  5. Once the rice is cooked, lower the heat to medium-low and remove about 1 cup (240ml) of hot broth from the pot.
  6. Slowly pour the hot broth into the egg-lemon mixture while whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
  7. Gradually pour the tempered egg mixture back into the pot, stirring continuously to create a creamy, velvety texture.
  8. Add shredded cooked chicken (about 1 cup or 150g) if desired, and season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, but do not boil, as this can curdle the eggs.
  10. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

[‘Temper the eggs by whisking hot broth into them slowly to prevent curdling.’, ‘Do not boil the soup after adding the eggs to preserve the creamy texture.’, ‘Adjust seasoning to taste, as lemon and salt levels can vary depending on your broth.’, ‘You can cook the rice and chicken in advance to save time.’, ‘Use fresh lemons for the best flavor.’]

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Keywords: Avgolemono, Greek soup, lemon egg soup, creamy soup, gluten-free soup, quick dinner, comfort food

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