GEFILTE FISH
Here is a recipe I found way back in an old looseleaf cookbook. The recipe was given to me by a Jewish friend, now long since gone. I have not made them but I have tasted her's and they were wonderful. I can not vouch for the authenticity of the recipe just the source.
Provided by Bergy
Categories Vegetable
Time 2h45m
Yield 8-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cover the fish scraps, in a large pot with water-- about 4 inches above the scraps.
- add apprx 1/3 onions, bring to a boil & reduce heat, cook for 45 minutes, Strain out the fish scraps.
- If you have a food processor that's good- put in the raw fish filets and remaining onions, go on-off until coarsely chopped, don't overdo it.
- Add eggs lightly beaten, a bit at a time & go on after each addition.
- Add Matzo meal and 1/2 cup of water.
- Process, the mixture should be light, smooth and the consistency almost fluffy If it looks too dry add a little more water- just a bit at a time.
- Season well with salt & pepper.
- Drop the carrots into the fish stock.
- Wet your hands and shape the fish mixture into oval balls like an egg and gently lower them into the simmering stock, put them all in the pot.
- They are happy being crowded in.
- Cover the pot and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
- Let the fish balls cool in the liquid when cooled remove fish balls & carrots to a platter.
- Reduce stock to about 2 cups.
- Strain stock over the fish balls cover and refrigerate.
- Remove Fishballs 30 minutes before serving from the fridger.
- Serve with some of the fish jelly a carrot piece and plenty of horseradish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.6, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 191.7, Sodium 140.4, Carbohydrate 11.6, Fiber 2, Sugar 4.6, Protein 33.8
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dalton driver
[email protected]This gefilte fish recipe is amazing! The fish is so tender and flavorful. I love the addition of the horseradish and dill. It really gives the dish a nice kick. I will definitely be making this again.
Mercy Kabiru
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a good gefilte fish recipe for years. This one is perfect. The fish is tender and flaky, and the flavor is amazing. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Pidro Pianist
[email protected]This is my go-to gefilte fish recipe. It's always a hit with my family and friends. The fish is always cooked perfectly and the flavor is amazing. I love that this recipe is so easy to make. I can have it on the table in less than an hour.
Sajjad sheikh
[email protected]I made this gefilte fish for my family and they all loved it! The fish was so tender and flavorful. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Tony Rana
[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm not the best cook, but I was able to make this gefilte fish and it turned out great. The instructions are easy to follow and the results are delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Roton Khan
[email protected]I've been making gefilte fish for years, and this is the best recipe I've found. The fish is always tender and flaky, and the flavor is perfect. I love that this recipe doesn't use any matzo meal, which makes it a healthier option.
Nambozo Sharon
[email protected]This gefilte fish recipe was a hit at my Passover dinner! Everyone loved it, even those who don't usually like gefilte fish. The fish was cooked perfectly and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making this again next year.
Hasnain Gull
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of gefilte fish, but I tried this recipe and it was actually pretty good! The fish was cooked perfectly and the flavor was subtle but delicious. I would definitely make this again.
Clifford Hutton
[email protected]This is the best gefilte fish recipe I've ever tried! It's so easy to make and the results are always perfect. The fish is always tender and flaky, and the flavor is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe!
Husna Mubarak
[email protected]My family loved this gefilte fish recipe! It was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The fish was tender and flaky, and the flavor was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.