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Matzo Ball Soup Recipe

A classic comfort food, perfect for any occasion.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Jewish
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Matzo Balls

  • 1 cup Matzo meal
  • 4 Eggs beaten
  • ¼ cup Chicken fat melted
  • ¼ cup Water
  • 1 teaspoon Salt

Soup

  • 8 cups Chicken broth
  • 2 Carrots sliced
  • 2 Celery stalks sliced
  • 1 Onion chopped
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a mixing bowl, combine matzo meal, beaten eggs, chicken fat, water, and salt. Mix well and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. 2. Bring chicken broth to a boil in a large pot. Reduce heat to a simmer.
  3. 3. Wet your hands and form the matzo mixture into balls. Drop them into the simmering broth.
  4. 4. Add carrots, celery, and onion to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. 5. Cover and cook for about 30 minutes, until matzo balls are cooked through and vegetables are tender.

Nutritional Value

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

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