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Avgolemono Soup: Greek Healing Soup

Healing Avgolemono Soup Recipe: A Taste of Greek Comfort

Enjoy a bowl of Avgolemono Soup: Greek Healing Soup, a comforting dish rich in flavor and tradition.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Greek

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups bone broth
  • 1 none zest of lemon
  • 2 tablespoons juice of lemons
  • 2 none bay leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2-3 large eggs
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 2 cups cooked basmati rice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill

Equipment

  • large saucepan
  • whisk
  • Large bowl

Method
 

  1. Combine the chicken broth, bone broth, lemon zest, juice of 1 lemon, bay leaves, salt and black pepper in a large saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth. Whisk in the juice of half the remaining lemon, then the other half.
  3. Add a ladle of the hot broth to the eggs while whisking continuously for 1 minute. Repeat this two more times to temper the eggs.
  4. Gradually pour the egg mixture into the hot broth while whisking continuously. Do not bring to a boil at this point or the eggs could curdle; just heat until warmed.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the shredded chicken and cooked rice.
  6. Serve warm with fresh dill, a drizzle of high quality extra virgin olive oil, and freshly cracked black pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl

Notes

Customize with turkey or shrimp if desired; add veggies for extra nutrition.

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