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Chicken Soup with Matzah Balls

Cultural Context

Chicken soup with matzah balls, or matzah ball soup, is a cherished dish in Jewish cuisine, often associated with Shabbat and holidays. Traditionally, it symbolizes comfort and healing, particularly during Passover when matzah is used instead of flour. This dish has transcended its cultural origins, becoming a beloved comfort food enjoyed by many around the world, especially in Jewish delis and homes during family gatherings.

JewishILmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 whole chicken
3 cups carrots, chopped
3 cups celery, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon thyme
2 bay leaves
8 cups water
1 cup matzah meal
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon ginger, grated
1 teaspoon cinnamon

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

matzah meal

🥗Healthier: quinoa flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Quinoa flour is gluten-free, while all-purpose flour is more widely available.

whole chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken breasts

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Thighs are often less expensive and add richness.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg replacer

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: low-sodium vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lighter and lower in sodium.

1

Prepare to make the matzah balls using Adeena Sussman's recipe.

2

Add ginger and cinnamon to the traditional matzah ball mixture for extra flavor.

3

Sauté onions for a long time to enhance their flavor before adding them to the egg salad.

4

Combine matzah meal, eggs, vegetable oil, salt, and black pepper to form a dough for the matzah balls.

5

Chill the matzah ball mixture in the refrigerator before cooking.

6

Bring the broth back to a gentle boil and drop the matzah balls into the boiling broth.

7

Cover and cook the matzah balls until fluffy and cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

simmeringshreddingmixing

Equipment Needed

large potstrainermixing bowlrefrigerator

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

eggs

Also Known As

Matzah Ball SoupMatzo Ball Soup

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