Chef Michael Smith Homemade Chicken Soup With Matzo Balls Recipe

Name: Chef Michael Smith Homemade Chicken Soup With Matzo Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the broth; 1 chicken carcass, meat removed and reserved for another time; 3 carrots, cubed; 3 stalks celery, cubed; 1 bunch fresh parsley; For the matzo balls; 4 eggs; 4 teaspoons vegetable oil; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 cup matzo meal; salt and pepper; For the base; chicken broth; 1 inch piece ginger, grated; 2 cups baby spinach leaves; 3 green onions, sliced; 1 cup bean sprouts

Servings: persons

For the broth
1 chicken carcass, meat removed and reserved for another time
3 carrots, cubed
3 stalks celery, cubed
1 bunch fresh parsley
For the matzo balls
4 eggs
4 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup matzo meal
salt and pepper
For the base
chicken broth
1 inch piece ginger, grated
2 cups baby spinach leaves
3 green onions, sliced
1 cup bean sprouts

1
Roast chicken carcass in 400 degree oven until golden brown. Place into a stockpot along with the carrots, celery, onions, parsley and thyme. Cover with cold water and bring to a boil and then let simmer for 1 hour. Strain.
2
For the matzo balls:
3
Whisk together eggs, oil, nutmeg, and salt and pepper to taste.
4
Stir in matzo meal and let rest for 20 minutes. Form into balls with two spoons.
5
For the soup base:
6
Bring chicken broth to a simmer and add matzo balls. Cook for 10 minutes: they are done when they float to the top. Add ginger, spinach, onions, and bean sprouts and stir to wilt, just prior to serving.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the broth, 1 chicken carcass, meat removed and reserved for another time, 3 carrots, cubed, 3 stalks celery, cubed, and more.

Yes, Chef Michael Smith Homemade Chicken Soup With Matzo Balls falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chef Michael Smith Homemade Chicken Soup With Matzo Balls

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