MATZO BALL SOUP
Classic recipe for the Jewish holiday soup.
Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Categories Soup/Stew Chicken Passover Kid-Friendly Bon Appétit Small Plates
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- For chicken stock:
- Bring all ingredients and 12 cups cold water to a boil in a very large (at least 12-quarts) stockpot. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until chicken breasts are cooked through, about 20 minutes.
- Transfer breasts to a plate (remaining chicken parts are strictly for stock). Let breasts cool slightly, then remove meat and return bones to stock. Shred meat. Let cool, tightly wrap, and chill.
- Continue to simmer stock, skimming surface occasionally, until reduced by one-third, about 2 hours. Strain chicken stock through a fine-mesh sieve into a large saucepan (or airtight container, if not using right away); discard solids. You should have about 8 cups.
- DO AHEAD: Stock can be made 2 days ahead. Let cool; cover and chill. Keep reserved chicken meat chilled.
- For matzo ball mixture:
- Mix eggs, matzo meal, schmaltz, club soda, and salt in a medium bowl (mixture will resemble wet sand; it will firm up as it rests). Cover and chill at least 2 hours.
- DO AHEAD: Mixture can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.
- For assembly:
- Bring chicken stock to a boil in a large saucepan. Add carrots; season with salt. Reduce heat and simmer until carrots are tender, 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat, add reserved breast meat, and cover. Set soup aside.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Scoop out 2-tablespoonful portions matzo ball mixture and, using wet hands, gently roll into balls.
- Add matzo balls to water and reduce heat so water is at a gentle simmer (too much bouncing around will break them up). Cover pot and cook matzo balls until cooked through and starting to sink, 20-25 minutes.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer matzo balls to bowls. Ladle soup over, top with dill, and season with pepper.
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Gyanprasad Gyanprasad
[email protected]This soup is a must-try for anyone who loves matzo ball soup. The broth is flavorful and the matzo balls are light and fluffy. I also love the addition of the vegetables. I will definitely be making this again.
Abdullah Kk
[email protected]This soup is a classic for a reason. It's simple to make and it's always delicious. I love the combination of the flavorful broth and the light and fluffy matzo balls. I also like to add a little bit of fresh parsley to the soup for extra flavor.
mbalenhle chibwe
[email protected]This soup is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand. I also like to add a little bit of lemon juice to the soup for extra flavor.
Bontle Mothwa
[email protected]I'm allergic to eggs, so I used a different recipe for the matzo balls. The soup turned out great! The broth was flavorful and the matzo balls were light and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.
Penwizzy Kelly
[email protected]This recipe is a great starting point for matzo ball soup. I added some extra vegetables, like carrots and celery, and it turned out delicious. I also used a different type of matzo meal, which made the matzo balls a bit lighter and fluffier.
ANIBIKO RICHARD
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my matzo balls turned out really dense and heavy. The broth was also a bit bland. I'm going to have to try this recipe again.
Jiaul Haque
[email protected]This soup was just okay. The broth was a little bland and the matzo balls were a bit dense. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Indira Parajuli
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of matzo ball soup, but this recipe was actually pretty good. The broth was flavorful and the matzo balls were light and fluffy. I would definitely make this again.
MIKE GOD
[email protected]This soup was delicious! The matzo balls were so light and fluffy, and the broth was flavorful and rich. I will definitely be making this again.
Maryam Nadeem
[email protected]I've been making this matzo ball soup recipe for years and it's always a hit. The key is to use good quality matzo meal and to let the soup simmer for a while so the flavors can meld. I also like to add a little bit of dill to the soup for extra flav
Maaz Ansari
[email protected]This matzo ball soup recipe is a keeper! The broth was flavorful and the matzo balls were light and fluffy. I added some extra vegetables, like carrots and celery, and it turned out perfect. My family loved it!