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Bey’s Soup

Traditional Bosnian soup with chicken, rice and vegetables in a creamy egg‑lemon base.Traditional Bosnian soup with chicken, rice and vegetables in a creamy egg‑lemon base.

Quick Answer:

Bey’s Soup is a comforting soup recipe with clear ingredients, balanced seasoning and a practical cooking method. It works well for lunch, dinner, family meals and make-ahead planning.

Traditional Bosnian soup with chicken, rice and vegetables in a creamy egg‑lemon base.

Quick Answer:

Bey’s Soup is a comforting soup recipe with clear ingredients, balanced seasoning and a practical cooking method. It works well for lunch, dinner, family meals and make-ahead planning.

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Published: Apr 23, 2025Last updated: July 2026
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Bey’s Soup

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

30 min

Total Time

45 min

Servings

4

Calories

150 kcal

per serving

Bey’s Soup (Begova čorba) is a Bosnian classic: tender chicken and rice simmered with carrots and aromatics, then enriched with an egg‑cream‑lemon liaison for silky texture. The flavor is built in layers without making the method complicated. It is practical for family meals because the ingredients are easy to portion and the soup reheats well.

Ingredients

Servings:
4
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Step-by-step preparation

1Prepare the ingredientsMelt 1 tbsp butter in a pot over medium heat. Sauté 1 chopped onion and 2 minced garlic cloves until soft. Add 150 g diced carrots and sauté 2 min.
  1. Step 1

    Melt 1 tbsp butter in a pot over medium heat.

  2. Step 2

    Sauté 1 chopped onion and 2 minced garlic cloves until soft.

  3. Step 3

    Add 150 g diced carrots and sauté 2 min.

2Build the soup baseStir in 150 g rice, coat grains in butter. Pour in 1 l chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
  1. Step 1

    Stir in 150 g rice, coat grains in butter.

  2. Step 2

    Pour in 1 l chicken broth; bring to a simmer.

3Simmer and blendAdd 300 g diced chicken breast; cook 15–20 min until rice and chicken are tender. In a bowl, whisk 1 egg yolk, 100 ml cream and juice of ½ lemon.
  1. Step 1

    Add 300 g diced chicken breast; cook 15–20 min until rice and chicken are tender.

  2. Step 2

    In a bowl, whisk 1 egg yolk, 100 ml cream and juice of ½ lemon.

4Finish and serveTemper the egg mixture by slowly whisking in a ladle of hot soup, then stir back into pot. Heat gently (do not boil), stir in 2 tbsp chopped parsley, season and serve hot.
  1. Step 1

    Temper the egg mixture by slowly whisking in a ladle of hot soup, then stir back into pot.

  2. Step 2

    Heat gently (do not boil), stir in 2 tbsp chopped parsley, season and serve hot.

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Kitchen tip

Keep the simmer gentle, taste near the end, and adjust salt, heat, acidity and herbs gradually. Cool leftovers completely before storing, then reheat over low heat so the texture stays even.

FAQ

Can I make Bey’s Soup ahead of time?

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Yes. Bey’s Soup can be cooked ahead, cooled completely and stored in an airtight container. Reheat gently so the texture stays even.

How long does Bey’s Soup keep in the fridge?

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Most leftovers keep well for 3 to 4 days. Add a splash of broth, water or milk while reheating if the soup thickens.

Can I freeze Bey’s Soup?

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Broth-based soups freeze best. If the recipe includes dairy, egg or seafood, thaw slowly and reheat gently while stirring.

How can I adjust the texture?

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Simmer uncovered for a few minutes to thicken, add broth to loosen, or blend a small portion if the recipe benefits from a smoother body.

What should I serve with Bey’s Soup?

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Serve it with bread, rice, salad, fresh herbs, lemon wedges or a simple vegetable side depending on the flavor profile.

Nutrition Facts(per serving)

Calories

150

Fat

10g

Carbs

12g

Protein

14g

The rings show the share of the reference daily intake per serving, based on a 2,000 kcal diet.

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