"This dish is based on my grandmother's recipe. It was the first thing I ever learned to cook."
Provided by Andrew Zimmern
Time 3h10m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Make the stock.
- In a large pot, bring 2 quarts chicken stock to a simmer. Add the chicken and return just to a simmer. Cover the chicken with a small heatproof plate to keep it submerged (add more stock if needed). Cover the pot and reduce the heat; gently simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 1 1/2 hours.
- Remove the chicken and let cool slightly, then roughly cut up the meat and set aside; discard the skin and bones. Strain the stock into another large pot.
- Skim the fat off the surface of the stock using a spoon.
- Make the batter.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk the matzo meal, granulated garlic, baking powder, baking soda, 2 1/2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of pepper. In a medium bowl, whisk the 2 whole eggs with the 3 yolks, schmaltz and minced onion. In a separate clean bowl, beat the 3 egg whites with a hand mixer until stiff peaks form. Stir the schmaltz mixture into the dry ingredients, then stir in one-third of the beaten egg whites until incorporated. Gently fold in the remaining egg whites until no streaks remain.
- Form the matzo balls.
- Line a baking sheet with plastic wrap. In a small bowl, combine the vegetable oil with 1 tablespoon water. Using the oil-and-water mixture to keep your hands moist, roll scoops of batter (about 2 tablespoons each) into balls, handling them as gently as possible (makes 8 to 12). Arrange on the baking sheet and refrigerate 20 minutes so the outsides dry slightly.
- Make the soup.
- Tie the dill and parsley sprigs together with kitchen string. Return the chicken stock to a simmer. Add the carrot, celery, diced onion, rutabaga and herb bundle; season with salt and pepper. Return to a simmer and add the matzo balls. Cover and cook over moderate heat, turning the matzo balls a few times, until they are plump and cooked through, about 25 minutes. Stir the chicken into the soup and cook until just warmed through. Remove the herb bundle and season the soup with salt and pepper.
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Nicolas Xaba
[email protected]This matzo ball soup is the perfect way to celebrate Passover. The matzo balls are light and fluffy, and the broth is flavorful and savory. I love serving this soup with a side of matzo.
Noah Black
[email protected]This soup is delicious and comforting. The matzo balls are light and fluffy, and the broth is flavorful and savory. I love adding a little bit of dill to the soup for extra flavor.
Nicole Thomas
[email protected]This soup is a must-try for anyone who loves matzo balls. The matzo balls are so light and fluffy, and the broth is so flavorful. I could eat this soup all day long.
elsa atieno
[email protected]I've been making this matzo ball soup for years and it's always a hit. The matzo balls are always light and fluffy, and the broth is always flavorful. I love serving this soup with a side of challah bread.
Both Young
[email protected]This soup is the embodiment of comfort food. The matzo balls are like little pillows of flavor, and the broth is so rich and flavorful. I could eat this soup every day.
Dena T
[email protected]I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The matzo ball soup is delicious and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.
Jordan Taylor
[email protected]This matzo ball soup is a game-changer! The matzo balls are light and fluffy, and the broth is so flavorful. I've never had matzo ball soup this good before.
Donishan Donishan
[email protected]Soup's on! This matzo ball soup is the perfect way to warm up on a cold day. The matzo balls are so fluffy and the broth is so flavorful.
Liz Pillow
[email protected]This soup is delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use pre-made matzo balls to save time. The broth is flavorful and the matzo balls are light and fluffy.
aman sial
[email protected]I've made this soup a few times now and it's always a hit. My family loves the light and fluffy matzo balls and the flavorful broth. It's the perfect soup for a cold day.
Esther Boateng
[email protected]This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, flavorful, and filling. I love the combination of the fluffy matzo balls and the flavorful broth.
Mst Silpi
[email protected]This soup is amazing! The matzo balls are so light and fluffy, and the broth is so flavorful. I've never had matzo ball soup before, but I'm definitely a fan now.
Md Prince
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my soup turned out great! The matzo balls were light and fluffy, and the broth was flavorful and comforting. I will definitely be making this again.
Jessica Funk
[email protected]This soup is delicious! I love the combination of the fluffy matzo balls and the flavorful broth. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold day.
Alex Jima
[email protected]This soup is a bit more time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The matzo balls are so light and fluffy, and the broth is so flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.
Jonathan Casper
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of matzo balls, but I really enjoyed this soup. The broth is so rich and flavorful, and the vegetables are cooked perfectly.
Giselle Felipe
[email protected]This soup is the perfect comfort food on a cold day. The matzo balls are so fluffy and the broth is so flavorful.
Lakshmi Premi
[email protected]I've never made matzo ball soup before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! My family loved it.
Srey Pic Deth
[email protected]This soup is a classic for a reason! The matzo balls are light and fluffy, and the broth is flavorful and comforting. I added a few extra vegetables to my soup, and it turned out even better.