How to Make Avgolemono - A Step-by-Step Guide

Avgolemono is a classic Greek soup that is both comforting and refreshing. This unique soup is made with a rich and creamy broth that is thickened with eggs and flavored with lemon juice. The result is a velvety smooth soup that is both satisfying and light at the same time. Avgolemono is considered a traditional dish in Greece and is often served at celebrations and family gatherings.

The key to making a delicious Avgolemono is to balance the flavors of the eggs and lemon juice with ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ quarts chicken broth
  • ½ cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 tablespoon cold water
  • salt and pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings

  • Pour the chicken broth into a large saucepan, and bring it to the boil. Add the pasta and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Beat the eggs until frothy, then add the lemon juice and 1 tablespoons of cold water. Slowly stir in a ladleful of the hot chicken stock, then add one or two more. Be careful not to scramble the eggs!
  • Return this mixture to the pan, off the heat, and stir well. Season with salt and pepper and serve at once, garnished with lemon slices. Do not let the soup boil once the eggs have been added or it will curdle!
  • Nutrition

    150 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 140mg
    • Sodium: 55mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 41mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 126mg