Egg lemon soup with matzos is a classic Greek dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a simple, yet flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day or a light lunch. The soup is made with a broth of chicken or vegetable stock, eggs, lemon juice, and matzos. The matzos are a type of unleavened bread that is made from flour and water. They are added to the soup to give it a bit of texture and flavor.
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EGG LEMON SOUP WITH MATZOS
Rather than making matzo balls for this comforting soup, I crumble matzos into the broth -- no schmaltz required. In Greece the chicken that is later served as part of the main course for Passover is simmered in water with aromatic vegetables to create the broth. You can make a very tasty vegetarian version using garlic broth (my favorite) or vegetable broth. I like to add steamed Swiss chard when I stir in the egg-lemon mixture, but you could add another green spring vegetable, like fresh peas, spinach or asparagus. Steam them first until tender and add to the soup just before serving.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, soups and stews, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring the stock to a simmer. Meanwhile, steam the Swiss chard for 2 to 3 minutes above an inch of boiling water, just until tender. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- When the broth comes to a simmer, add the olive oil and the matzos and turn off the heat. Cover and let sit for 15 minutes, until the matzo is very soft.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks until creamy. Whisk in the lemon juice.
- Heat the soup over medium-low heat, just to the simmer. Carefully whisk a couple of ladles of the hot soup into the egg yolks. It should not be boiling-- you don't want the egg yolks to curdle. Turn off the heat under the soup and stir in the egg-lemon mixture. Stir in the steamed chard and the parsley. Taste, adjust salt and pepper and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 133, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 1205 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram
QUICK VEGETARIAN EGG-LEMON SOUP WITH BROWN RICE
I hesitate to call this vegetarian egg-lemon soup avgolemono because purists will insist that soup must contain chicken, and this one does not. This incredibly simple, wonderfully quick, and surprisingly nutritious recipe is perfect to make on cold, wet weeknights. My 7-year-old loves this very lemony, creamy soup, and so do I. If you want a thicker soup, add another half-cup of rice. If you aren't vegetarian, you can saute a few shrimp to add to your bowl.
Provided by Just Joely
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes
Time 23m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring broth to a boil in a large saucepan. Add rice. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring soup occasionally, until rice is very tender, about 10 minutes.
- Whisk eggs in a large bowl; add lemon juice. Ladle about 1 cup of hot soup into the egg-lemon mixture; pour slowly and stir constantly so that the eggs do not curdle.
- Stir egg mixture into the soup in the saucepan. Season with dill, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir over low heat until eggs are cooked, about 3 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 174.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20.4 g, Cholesterol 186 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 713.1 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
LEMON SOUP
Our family's holiday staple, lemon orzo soup. An easy four ingredient soup that can be whipped up in less than fifteen minutes.
Provided by PHAMBABE
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Noodle Soup Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Pour chicken broth into a large pot, and bring to a boil. Add orzo pasta, and simmer for 10 minutes, until tender.
- In a medium glass or metal bowl, whip egg whites to medium stiff peaks. Stir in egg yolks and lemon juice. When the pasta has finished cooking, Gradually ladle about 1 cup of the soup into the egg mixture while stirring gently. This will heat up the eggs so they will not be shocked by the boiling liquid. Pour the egg mixture into the soup pot, and stir until well blended. Season with salt and pepper, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.2 g, Cholesterol 55.7 mg, Fat 1.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 891.4 mg, Sugar 2 g
AVGOLEMONO (GREEK EGG AND LEMON SOUP)
The name of this classic soup comes from its two main ingredients: egg (avgo)and lemon juice (lemoni).
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring 6 cups stock to a boil. Add orzo; cook until al dente, 10 minutes. Add salt and pepper.
- Dissolve cornstarch in 1/2 cup water. Heat remaining 2 cups stock until hot; do not boil.
- In an electric mixer, beat eggs with whisk until fluffy; add cornstarch mixture and lemon juice. With mixer on medium-low speed, slowly add 1 to 2 cups hot stock until incorporated and mixture thickens slightly. Add any remaining stock to orzo.
- Over low heat, slowly add egg mixture to orzo, stirring constantly until thickened and creamy. Do not let it come to a boil; eggs will curdle. Serve immediately.
EGG AND LEMON SOUP WITH RAMPS
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, quick, weekday, appetizer
Time 10m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Put the broth in a soup pot and bring to a simmer. With a whisk, beat the eggs and lemon juice together in a medium bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Ladle 2 cups of hot broth slowly into the egg mixture, whisking, to temper. Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the pot, whisk well, and turn the heat to low. Add the chopped ramps.
- Continue whisking over low heat until the soup is ever so slightly thickened. (Do not allow to simmer, or soup will curdle.) Ladle the soup into bowls and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 129, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 607 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
SOUPA AVGOLEMONO (EGG-LEMON SOUP)
This tasty soup is very popular in Greece and Cyprus. I remember my father making it on chilly winter days, especially when there were colds and flu in the household! Sometimes he would add chopped, cooked chicken to the soup, and other times he would serve it plain. This is a taste of my childhood.
Provided by truebrit
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Bring broth to boil in saucepan, and add rice or orzo.
- Cover and cook on medium low heat for 20-25 minutes (rice) or 10 minutes (orzo).
- While the rice cooks, lightly beat the eggs and the lemon juice together.
- Remove the broth from heat.
- Slowly mix about one cup of the hot broth into egg-lemon mixture.
- Add to the soup gradually while stirring.
- Place saucepan back on the heat, and stir until soup is heated through (DO NOT BOIL).
- Serve.
EGG AND LEMON SOUP
This comforting soup recipe comes from Ann Hicks Murrah of Winter Park, Florida.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a saucepan, bring broth to a boil over medium heat. Add rice; boil 15 minutes.
- In a bowl, beat eggs until foamy. Beat in lemon juice. Beat half the hot soup into the eggs, 1/4 cup at a time. Stir egg mixture into remaining soup; cook over very low heat, stirring just until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 g, Fat 5 g, Protein 10 g
EGG LEMON SOUP
Steps:
- Bring the chicken broth to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in the orzo, reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for about 10 to 12 minutes, or until pasta is done. Turn off the heat, keeping the pan in its place.
- Separate the eggs, and place the egg whites in a clean bowl and beat just until foamy, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add the egg yolks and continue beating until well mixed, another 2 minutes. Continuing to beat, gradually add the lemon juice. Slowly add about 3 cups of the hot chicken broth (at this point, use a thermometer to make sure the broth is just below 160 degrees F), beating as you add the broth in a very thin stream.
- Using a wooden spoon or large fork, vigorously stir the orzo and remaining hot broth in an S pattern. Then quickly pour all of the egg lemon mixture into the saucepan while stirring. Keep the pan warm over very low heat, and stir in an S pattern until the soup thickens slightly and the froth is broken down. Serve hot.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the flavor of your soup. Use fresh, ripe vegetables and herbs, and choose high-quality, free-range chicken broth or stock.
- Don't overcook the eggs: The eggs in egg lemon soup should be cooked just until they are set. Overcooked eggs will be tough and rubbery.
- Add the eggs slowly: When adding the eggs to the soup, do it slowly and in a thin stream, whisking constantly. This will help prevent the eggs from curdling.
- Season to taste: Add salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste. You may also want to add a pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika for a little extra flavor.
- Serve immediately: Egg lemon soup is best served immediately, while it is still hot and frothy.
Conclusion:
Egg lemon soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken or vegetables. With its bright, lemony flavor and creamy texture, egg lemon soup is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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