Greek Cuisine
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Avgolemono Soup
Avgolemono Soup is a traditional Greek dish characterized by its creamy texture and bright lemon flavor achieved through the unique emulsification of eggs and lemon juice into broth. It is a comforting and nourishing soup often served during family gatherings and festive occasions, embodying the warmth and hospitality of Greek cuisine.
6 ingredients
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Greek70%
Middle Eastern30%
Ingredients
- chicken broth6 cups
- eggs3 large
- lemon juice1/4 cup
- rice1/2 cup
- saltto taste
- black pepperto taste
Method
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Origin Story
The dish has ancient roots in Greek and Mediterranean culinary traditions, evolving over centuries as a way to enrich simple broths with local ingredients like eggs and lemons, staples in Greek cooking.
Culinary DNA
Ingredient ancestry breakdown
Middle Eastern30%
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