Stracciatella (Italian Egg Broth)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 15

Comforting Stracciatella (Italian Egg Broth) perfect for those cold winter days

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	6 cups chicken stock
	3 eggs
	1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
	60 g fresh parmesan cheese , grated

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

147

Sugar

Fat

Stracciatella is a traditional Italian soup that is popular in the winter months. It is made with simple ingredients, including chicken stock, eggs, parsley, and parmesan cheese, and can be ready in under 30 minutes. The soup is a comforting and warming dish that is perfect for cold winter days. It's a great option for a quick and easy meal, and can be served as a starter or main course.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, warm the chicken stock over medium heat.
2.	In a bowl, beat the eggs until well mixed and frothy.
3.	Stir the chopped parsley into the eggs, and then slowly pour the egg mixture into the pot of chicken stock, whisking constantly.
4.	Continue to stir the soup until the egg is cooked and has formed small strands (it should look like thin noodles).
5.	Remove from heat and stir in the grated parmesan cheese until fully melted.

PROS

Stracciatella is a simple and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick meal.
The egg provides a good source of protein, while the parsley has anti-inflammatory properties.

CONS

This soup is not very filling on its own, and may need to be served with crusty bread or a salad to make a complete meal.
It is also high in sodium due to the use of chicken stock.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is a great source of protein and provides a good amount of vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamin A and calcium from the parmesan cheese. Parsley is also a great source of antioxidants, and has been linked to improved heart health.