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Matzo Ball Soup

Cultural Context

Matzo Ball Soup has its roots in Ashkenazi Jewish cuisine, traditionally served during Passover and other Jewish holidays. The dish symbolizes comfort and home, often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. Today, it has transcended cultural boundaries, becoming a beloved dish in many households around the world, particularly in Jewish delis and restaurants.

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60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 cup matzo meal
2 large eggs
4 cups water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
8 cups chicken broth
2 medium carrots
2 stalks celery
1 medium onion
1/4 cup parsley
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon dill
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 lb chicken
2 bay leaves

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

matzo meal

🥗Healthier: quinoa flour

💰Cheaper: bread crumbs

Quinoa flour is gluten-free and bread crumbs are more accessible.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: homemade broth

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and homemade broth can save money.

1

Mix matzo meal, eggs, water, and vegetable oil in a bowl until combined.

2

Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.

3

Refrigerate the mixture for 30 minutes to firm up.

4

Bring chicken broth to a boil in a large pot over high heat.

5

Add chopped carrots, celery, and onion to the boiling broth.

6

Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes until vegetables are tender.

7

Wet hands and form the matzo mixture into balls about the size of a golf ball.

8

Gently drop the matzo balls into the simmering broth.

9

Cover the pot and cook for 20 minutes until matzo balls are fluffy.

10

Add chopped parsley and dill to the soup before serving.

11

Serve hot with a squeeze of lemon juice.

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Also Known As

Matzah Ball SoupMatzah Soup

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