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Stracciatella alla Romana

A comforting Roman egg drop soup featuring rich chicken broth filled with delicate strands of egg, Parmigiano-Reggiano, lemon zest, and nutmeg.

20 minEasyServes 4160 cal/serving

ItalianSoupStovetopMediterraneanHigh ProteinLow CarbNut-FreeSoy-FreeLow-SugarShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated
  • 2 tbsp semolina flour
  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest, grated
  • 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper, cracked

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring 4 cups chicken broth to a gentle boil in a pot over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    In a bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, 2 tbsp semolina flour, 1/2 tsp grated lemon zest, and 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg until smooth.

  3. 3

    Reduce heat so the broth maintains a gentle simmer.

  4. 4

    Slowly pour the egg mixture into the simmering broth while whisking continuously in a figure-eight pattern to create delicate strands.

  5. 5

    Cook for 2 minutes until the egg strands solidify and float to the surface.

  6. 6

    Ladle into warm bowls and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley and 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper.

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Questions

What is Stracciatella alla Romana?

A comforting Roman egg drop soup featuring rich chicken broth filled with delicate strands of egg, Parmigiano-Reggiano, lemon zest, and nutmeg. This reference files it under Italian soup: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 20 minutes start to finish.

Can I make Stracciatella alla Romana dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Stracciatella alla Romana is 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Stracciatella alla Romana low-carb?

A serving of Stracciatella alla Romana carries 4 g of carbohydrate. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 20 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 4 percent.

Does Stracciatella alla Romana contain eggs?

Yes: 4 large eggs. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How much protein is in Stracciatella alla Romana?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 12 g of protein in about 160 calories, alongside 4 g carbohydrate and 10 g fat, plus 650 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein soup collection.

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