Egg-Lemon Soup (Avgolemono)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Egg-Lemon Soup (Avgolemono) recipe for a warm and comforting meal

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

5 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	6 -7 cups hot turkey stock or 6 -7 cups chicken stock
	1/3 cup orzo pasta or 1/3 cup rice
	3 large eggs , separated
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1/3 cup fresh lemon juice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

155

Sugar

Fat

Egg-Lemon soup, also known as Avgolemono in Greek, is a traditional Greek soup made with chicken or turkey stock, eggs, and lemon juice. The soup has roots dating back to ancient Greece, where it was believed to have healing properties. Today, Egg-Lemon soup is still a popular dish both in Greece and around the world. It's warm and comforting, and the tangy lemon flavor mixed with the creamy texture of the eggs makes for a delicious and unique taste.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, bring the turkey/chicken stock to a boil and add the orzo/rice.
2.	Cook until the orzo/rice is tender, then reduce the heat to low.
3.	Beat the egg whites and salt until stiff peaks form. In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks until light and frothy.
4.	Slowly add the lemon juice to the egg yolks, whisking constantly, then add the egg whites, whisking gently.
5.	Remove the pot from the heat and gradually add the egg mixture to the soup, stirring constantly until well combined.

PROS

This soup is easy to make and perfect for a quick and comforting meal.
The tangy lemon flavor mixed with the creamy texture of the eggs makes for a delicious and unique taste.

Egg-Lemon soup is also a great way to use up leftover turkey or chicken stock from the holidays.

CONS

This soup is not very filling on its own and may need to be paired with a side dish or salad to make it a complete meal.

The orzo/rice in this recipe is a source of carbohydrates, which may not be suitable for those on a low-carb diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Egg-Lemon soup contains protein from the eggs and is a good source of vitamins and minerals like vitamin D, potassium, and magnesium.
Lemon juice has also been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which may aid in digestion and overall health.