Cypriot Meatball Soup (Yourvarlakia Avgolemono) (Gl

Name: Cypriot Meatball Soup (Yourvarlakia Avgolemono) (Gluten Free)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef (or lamb); 1 small onion, finely chopped; 3 eggs; 1/3 cup short-grain rice; 4 tablespoons finely chopped parsley; 1 teaspoon finely chopped mint; salt; fresh ground black pepper; 1/4 cup rice flour (to be gluten free); 5 cups chicken stock; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 lemon, juice of

Servings: persons

1 lb ground beef (or lamb)
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 eggs
1/3 cup short-grain rice
4 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
1 teaspoon finely chopped mint
salt
fresh ground black pepper
1/4 cup rice flour (to be gluten free)
5 cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon butter
1 lemon, juice of

1
Beat 1 egg and mix it with the ground meat, onion, rice, 2 tbs parsley, mint, & salt & pepper to taste.
2
Shape into meatballs the size of a small walnut and coat lightly with rice flour.
3
Bring stock to a boil in a soup pot & drop in prepared meatballs; add the butter.
4
Cover and simmer gently for 1 hour.
5
In a bowl beat remaining two eggs until light and foamy.
6
Gradually beat in lemon juice.
7
Slowly add about 2 cups of the simmering stock, beating constantly.
8
Pour the egg mixture into the soup and stir lightly but constantly for two minutes to cook the egg.
9
Remove from heat and stir for a further minute so the heat of the pot will not cause the egg to curdle.
10
Ladle soup into soup plates and sprinkle with a little chopped parsley.
11
Serve with crusty bread.

1017

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

125

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground beef (or lamb), 1 small onion, finely chopped, 3 eggs, 1/3 cup short-grain rice, and more.

Yes, Cypriot Meatball Soup (Yourvarlakia Avgolemono) (Gluten Free) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cypriot Meatball Soup (Yourvarlakia Avgolemono) (Gluten Free)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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