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Lemon Rice Soup

Lemon Rice Soup: The Comforting Twist You Need Tonight

Lemon Rice Soup is a warm and comforting dish that elevates simple ingredients with a bright citrus flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup Arborio Rice substitute with short-grain rice if unavailable
  • 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice yields a clearer soup
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice or other sticky rice varieties
For the Soup Base
  • 6 cups Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for a vegetarian version
  • ½ cup Lemon Juice use fresh lemons for best results
  • 2 large Eggs temper properly to prevent curdling

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Whisk
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Ladle

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Rinse the chosen rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. Cook the rice according to package instructions for 15-20 minutes until tender.
  3. In a large pot, simmer 6 cups of chicken broth over medium heat for 10 minutes.
  4. Whisk together egg yolks and lemon juice in a bowl; set aside.
  5. Temper the egg mixture by adding hot broth slowly while whisking.
  6. Stir the tempered mixture back into the broth and keep at a low simmer.
  7. Add the cooked rice to the pot and stir well to combine.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, adding more lemon juice if desired.
  9. Serve hot garnished with chopped herbs like dill or parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container; it will stay fresh for up to 3 days. Reheat on low heat and stir gently.

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