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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 broth
    6 cups
  • eggs
    3 large
  • lemon juice
    1/4 cup
  • rice
    1/2 cup
  • salt
    to taste
  • black pepper
    to taste

Method

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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.

Ingredient ancestry breakdown

ingredients+techniques
Middle Eastern30%
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