Youvarelakia Soupa Avgolemono (Meat-Rice Soup) "

Name: Youvarelakia Soupa Avgolemono (Meat-Rice Soup) "
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1 lb ground veal or 1 lb ground lamb; 1 onion, grated; 2 cloves garlic, crushed (optional); 6 tablespoons raw long-grain white rice; chopped fresh parsley; 2 2 tablespoons mint or 2 tablespoons basil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano or 1 teaspoon thyme; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 3 eggs; 5 cups water or 5 cups stock; 1 onion, chopped (optional); 1 lemon, juice of (or more)

Servings: persons

1 1 lb ground veal or 1 lb ground lamb
1 onion, grated
2 cloves garlic, crushed (optional)
6 tablespoons raw long-grain white rice
chopped fresh parsley
2 2 tablespoons mint or 2 tablespoons basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano or 1 teaspoon thyme
salt & freshly ground black pepper
3 eggs
5 cups water or 5 cups stock
1 onion, chopped (optional)
1 lemon, juice of (or more)

1
In a large bowl, combine the meat, grated onion, garlic, rice, 3 tablespoons chopped parsley, the mint, oregano, salt and pepper, and 1 egg, slightly beaten.
2
Knead for a few minutes, then shape into walnut- sized balls and set aside.
3
In a soup pot, bring the water or stock to boil with the chopped onion, salt and pepper to taste.
4
Lower the heat and add the meat-rice balls.
5
Simmer, covered, for 30 minutes, then remove from the heat.
6
To prepare avgolemono, beat the two remaining eggs for 2 minutes.
7
Continuing to beat, gradually add the lemon juice.
8
Then add 1 cup of the hot broth by droplets, beating steadily, until all has been added.
9
Add to the soup and heat, being careful not to let it boil.
10
Serve hot, garnished with parsley.
11
Also, you may enjoy this soup without avgolemono, in which case add 1/2 cup canned tomato sauce to the liquid and reduce the water to 4 1/2 cups.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 1 lb ground veal or 1 lb ground lamb, 1 onion, grated, 2 cloves garlic, crushed (optional), 6 tablespoons raw long-grain white rice, and more.

Yes, Youvarelakia Soupa Avgolemono (Meat-Rice Soup) " 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!