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Matzo Ball Soup Recipe

Classic Matzo Ball Soup, perfect for any occasion.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Jewish
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Matzo Balls

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup matzo meal
  • 0.25 cup schmaltz (chicken fat) or vegetable oil
  • 0.25 cup chicken broth or water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.25 teaspoon baking powder (optional for fluffier balls)

Soup

  • 10 cups chicken broth
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • Fresh dill for garnish

Instructions 

  1. Beat eggs in a bowl.
  2. Add matzo meal, schmaltz, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and baking powder. Mix well.
  3. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  4. Boil chicken broth in a large pot.
  5. Form matzo mixture into balls and drop into boiling broth.
  6. Add carrots, celery, and onion.
  7. Simmer for 30-40 minutes.
  8. Garnish with fresh dill before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

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Matzo Ball Soup
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