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Matzo Ball Soup Recipe

A classic Jewish comfort food, perfect for any occasion.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute
Total Time: 1 minute
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Jewish
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Matzo Balls

  • 1 cup matzo meal
  • 4 large eggs beaten
  • ¼ cup schmaltz or oil melted
  • ¼ cup chicken broth or water
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Soup

  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 2 large carrots sliced
  • 2 stalks celery sliced
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a mixing bowl, combine matzo meal, beaten eggs, melted schmaltz or oil, chicken broth or water, and salt. Mix well and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. 2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. With wet hands, form the matzo mixture into balls about the size of a walnut. Drop them into the boiling water, reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes.
  3. 3. In another large pot, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add carrots, celery, and onion. Simmer until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
  4. 4. Add cooked matzo balls to the soup. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

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