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Stracciatella alla Romana

Cultural Context

Stracciatella alla Romana hails from the Lazio region of Italy, particularly Rome, where it has been cherished as a comforting dish for centuries. Traditionally served as a first course, this simple yet elegant soup highlights the beauty of fresh ingredients, transforming humble eggs and broth into a delightful meal. Today, it is enjoyed both in Italy and around the world, often adapted with various herbs and cheeses to suit local tastes.

ItalianITsoup
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups chicken stock
4 large eggs
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup spinach
1 cup kale

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

Parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: Pecorino Romano

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth provides flavor without meat.

1

Put chicken stock into a pot and place it on high flame to bring it to a boil.

2

Prepare the batter for the soup by whisking eggs with black pepper and chopped parsley.

3

Once the stock is boiling, drop in the egg mixture quickly while stirring to avoid clumping.

4

Add spinach and kale to the pot and let them cook for about five minutes.

Cooking Techniques

whiskingsimmering

Equipment Needed

potwhiskbowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

eggsdairy

Also Known As

Roman Egg Drop SoupStracciatella Soup
Local Name: Stracciatella alla Romana

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