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Matzo Ball Soup

A comforting and flavorful soup with fluffy matzo balls, perfect for warming your heart and soul.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Comfort food, Jewish
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Matzo Balls
  • 1 cup Matzo Meal Look for high-quality matzo meal for optimal fluffiness!
  • 2 large Eggs Use fresh eggs for the best flavor!
  • 1/4 cup Water Should be lukewarm to help bring everything together nicely!
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Season to taste!
For the Vegetable Broth
  • 8 cups Vegetable Broth Homemade broth is magnificent if you have the time!
  • 2 medium Carrots, chopped Cut into fun shapes for a whimsical touch!
  • 2 stalks Celery, chopped Opt for organic celery for a fresher taste!
  • 1 medium Onion, diced Sauté for extra sweetness!
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Dill, for garnish Always use fresh dill for the most vibrant taste!
  • to taste Pepper Freshly cracked pepper elevates the dish!

Method
 

Preparation of Matzo Ball Mixture
  1. In a bowl, combine the matzo meal, eggs, water, and a generous pinch of salt. Mix until they form a soft, moist dough. Cover the bowl and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Making the Vegetable Broth
  1. In a large pot, pour in the vegetable broth and bring it to a rolling boil over medium-high heat. Chop the carrots, celery, and onions and add them to the boiling broth. Let them cook for about 5-7 minutes until tender and aromatic.
Shaping the Matzo Balls
  1. Wet your hands with a bit of water, take about a tablespoon of the matzo ball mixture, and roll it into a ball. Drop these into the boiling soup.
Simmer & Enjoy
  1. Reduce heat to low and allow the matzo balls to simmer gently for about 20 minutes until cooked through.
Garnish & Serve
  1. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with freshly chopped dill, and serve warm.

Notes

Chill the matzo ball dough for a fluffy texture. Adjust the stickiness with matzo meal if needed. Simmer longer for softer matzo balls.