Stracciatella
Warm up with the comforting simplicity of Stracciatella, a classic Italian egg-drop soup that's ready in just 15 minutes! This recipe features a rich chicken or vegetable broth swirled with silky ribbons of eggs, Parmesan cheese, and a hint of nutmeg for subtle warmth and depth. Optional semolina flour adds an extra touch of texture, while freshly chopped parsley brightens each bowl. Perfect for a quick lunch or cozy appetizer, this delicate yet satisfying soup is easy to prepare and pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a light green salad. With minimal ingredients and maximum flavor, Stracciatella is a timeless dish that highlights the beauty of Italian home cooking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
- 3 large Eggs
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Semolina flour (optional for added texture)
- 0.25 teaspoons Nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pour the chicken or vegetable broth into a medium-sized pot and heat over medium-high heat until it comes to a gentle simmer.
While the broth is heating, crack the eggs into a medium bowl and whisk until well beaten.
Mix the Parmesan cheese, semolina flour (if using), nutmeg, salt, and black pepper into the eggs. Continue whisking until fully combined.
Once the broth is simmering, reduce the heat to medium. Using a fork or small whisk, stir the broth in a circular motion to create a gentle whirlpool.
Slowly pour the egg mixture into the swirling broth, allowing it to cook into silky ribbons as it hits the hot liquid.
Let the soup simmer for 1-2 minutes, stirring gently to separate the egg into stracciatella (thin threads).
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper, if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread or a light salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
504 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.9 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 602 mg | 201% | |
| Sodium | 5155 mg | 224% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 42.0 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 578 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 395 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
