Avgolemono Recipe: A Creamy, Comforting Twist on Tradition
Avgolemono is a traditional Greek soup made creamy with an egg and lemon mixture. This comforting dish offers a delightful twist, perfect for a cozy meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup rice
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring the chicken stock to a boil.
- Add the rice and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and lemon juice until smooth.
- Temper the egg mixture by slowly adding a cup of hot broth, whisking constantly.
- Stir the tempered mixture back into the pot and heat gently without boiling for another 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken stock.
- Adjust the lemon juice according to your taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 150mg