SALMON AND COD GEFILTE FISH

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Our modern take on the Passover classic transforms this often divisive dish into elegant quenelles made with salmon and cod rather than the traditional carp or pike.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 2h5m

Yield Serves 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 medium onions, 1 chopped, 1 quartered
3 carrots, 2 peeled and chopped (2/3 cup); 1 peeled and cut crosswise into thirds
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 celery stalk, cut crosswise into thirds
1 dried bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
2 tablespoons kosher fish sauce, such as Red Boat
3 tablespoons matzo meal
1 1/2 pounds skinless salmon fillet
1/2 pound skinless cod fillet, chopped into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon sugar
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, plus sprigs for serving
3 large eggs
Escarole leaves, lemon wedges, sliced mini cucumbers, halved radishes, matzos, for serving
Lemon-Horseradish Sauce
Carrot-Beet Horseradish

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large straight-sided skillet over medium. Add chopped onion and carrots; season with salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until very soft, about 10 minutes. Transfer mixture to a bowl; let cool.
  • Return skillet to medium-high heat (do not wipe clean). Add remaining onion and carrot, celery, bay leaf, and peppercorns; toast until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add 8 cups water, fish sauce, and 1 tablespoon salt; bring to a boil. Remove from heat. In a small bowl, combine 1/3 cup liquid and matzo meal. Cover skillet.
  • Meanwhile, slice 1/2 pound salmon into 10 strips, each about 1 inch thick and 2 inches long. Place on a plate, season with salt, cover, and refrigerate. Chop remaining 1 pound salmon into 1-inch pieces. Place chopped salmon and cod in a food processor with chopped-onion mixture, matzo-meal mixture, mustard, sugar, and dill. Add 2 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; pulse until combined. In the bowl of a mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat eggs on medium speed until foamy, 1 minute. Add fish mixture; beat until fluffy, about 7 minutes. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 4 hours.
  • Scoop fish mixture into 10 half-cup balls; transfer to a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet. With dampened hands, press a salmon strip into each ball, then shape into an oval. Return liquid in skillet to a simmer. With a spoon, gently drop in fish ovals. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 15 minutes. Refrigerate overnight.
  • Let stand at room temperature about 30 minutes. With a slotted spoon, gently remove gefilte fish. Serve over escarole with lemons, cucumbers, radishes, matzos, and sauces.

Isabel Pihu
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for my taste. I had to make a few substitutions and the end result wasn't as good as I had hoped. I would not recommend this recipe to a beginner cook.


funtime freddy
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I'm a beginner cook and this recipe was easy to follow. The gefilte fish turned out great and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a good gefilte fish recipe.


Jeannette Sigala
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The gefilte fish is delicious and the sauce is perfect. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.


Shannon Miller
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great! The fish is moist and flavorful, and the sauce is tangy and delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a good gefilte fish recipe.


Bosslady Nica
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This recipe was a disaster! The fish was dry and overcooked, and the sauce was bland and tasteless. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


neil Chalmers
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I'm not a huge fan of gefilte fish, but this recipe was pretty good. The fish was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was tangy and delicious. I would definitely make this again if I was in the mood for gefilte fish.


Sardar Khan
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I had to add some extra salt and pepper to the fish and sauce. Otherwise, it was a good recipe and the fish was cooked perfectly.


Rouf Series
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to follow. The gefilte fish turned out great and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy gefilte fish recipe.


rezia begum
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This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The gefilte fish was delicious and the sauce was perfect. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.


Crypto Analyse bd24
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This is the best gefilte fish recipe I've ever tried! The fish was so moist and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Bishal Woli
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I've been looking for a good gefilte fish recipe for a while, and this one is perfect! The fish was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was tangy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Daniel Ifebuche
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This recipe is a keeper! The gefilte fish was light and fluffy, and the sauce was perfectly tangy. I served it with horseradish and rye bread, and it was a hit with my guests.


ogunleti samuel
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I was a bit skeptical about making gefilte fish at home, but this recipe proved me wrong. The fish was tender and moist, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.


Angel Parker
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This was my first time making gefilte fish and it turned out great! The instructions were clear and easy to follow. The fish was flaky and flavorful, and the sauce was tangy and delicious.


ashraful Kobir
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I've made gefilte fish many times before, but this recipe is by far the best. The fish was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be using this recipe again and again.


Aether Technologies
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was amazing! The gefilte fish was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again for my next dinner party.


RoBlOxGeMeR403
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I'm not the biggest fan of fish, but this gefilte fish was surprisingly delicious! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the texture was light and fluffy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone, even those who are hesitant about eating


Freshkittie
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This gefilte fish recipe was a hit with my family! The combination of salmon and cod gave the dish a delicate and flavorful taste. The addition of carrots and onions added a nice crunch and sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.