Chicken Soup with Matzo Balls
Chicken Soup with Matzo Balls is a classic Jewish dish that is perfect for any occasion. This hearty soup is made with tender chicken, flavorful vegetables, and fluffy matzo balls. If you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, this recipe is sure to hit the spot.
To make this delicious soup, you will need the following ingredients:
For the soup:
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 onions, chopped
- 4 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 4 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 parsnip, peeled and chopped
- 1 bunch of parsley
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the matzo balls:
- 1 cup matzo meal
- 4 eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup water
- Salt and pepper to taste
To start, place the chicken pieces in a large pot and cover with water. Add the onions, carrots, celery, parsnip, parsley, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 1-2 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
While the soup is simmering, make the matzo balls. In a bowl, mix together the matzo meal, eggs, vegetable oil, water, salt, and pepper. Let the mixture sit for 30 minutes to allow the matzo meal to absorb the liquid.
After 30 minutes, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Wet your hands and form the matzo mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball. Drop the matzo balls into the boiling water and cook for 20-30 minutes, or until they are fluffy and cooked through.
Once the soup and matzo balls are ready, remove the chicken pieces from the soup and shred the meat. Discard the bones and return the shredded chicken to the soup. Serve the soup hot, with a few matzo balls in each bowl.
This Chicken Soup with Matzo Balls is a comforting and satisfying dish that is perfect for any occasion. The soup is rich and flavorful, with tender chicken and hearty vegetables. The matzo balls are light and fluffy, with a subtle flavor that complements the soup perfectly. This dish is sure to become a family favorite, and is perfect for cold winter nights or any time you need a little comfort food.
Type of dish: Soup
Main ingredients: Chicken, Matzo meal, Vegetables
