Stracciatella Soup (Italian Egg Drop Soup)
Stracciatella Soup is the Italian version of egg drop soup. It's light, yet comforting, with delicate ribbons of egg swirling through a broth flavored with a touch of lemon zest, nutmeg and parsley. It’s simple, soothing and perfect for chilly days!
Servings: 4
Calories: 105kcal
Ingredients
- 6 cups chicken broth good-quality
- 4 large eggs
- ½ Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese grated
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon semolina flour
- 1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 3 handfuls baby spinach optional
- chopped parsley optional, to garnish
Instructions
- Bring the chicken broth to a gentle boil in a medium saucepan or Dutch oven, then reduce to a simmer.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth, then whisk in the Parmigiano-Reggiano, semolina, nutmeg, lemon zest and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- While whisking the broth gently in a circular motion with a fork or whisk, slowly drizzle in the egg mixture in a thin, steady stream. The eggs will form delicate shreds.
- Add in the handfuls of spinach and let the soup simmer gently for 1–2 minutes until the egg is set and fluffy. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Ladle into bowls and sprinkle with fresh parsley if using. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can choose to leave out the semolina flour in the recipe as well. I tried it both ways and liked how the semolina flour fluffed the eggs while they cooked.
- The key is to slowly whisk the soup while it's at a slow simmer, and then pour in the eggs very slowly.
- It's important to use good quality ingredients to achieve the best flavor. Use homemade stock, fresh pasture raised eggs and authentic Parmigiano Reggiano or Grana Padano.
- This has a very subtle lemon and nutmeg flavor. You could add more if you are looking for something a bit more punchy, or you could even squeeze a bit of lemon juice in at the end before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 171mg | Sodium: 1390mg | Potassium: 258mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 2356IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 2mg
