Matzo Ball Chicken Soup (Kosher) Recipe

Name: Matzo Ball Chicken Soup (Kosher)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 kg chicken bones with meat (No Skin); 1 red onion, peeled and quarted; 250 g carrots, top and tailed; 1 leek, chopped roughly; 2 parsnips, peeled chopped roughly; for matzo balls; 2 eggs (no blood check using clear bowl); ½ cup olive oil; ½ cup water; 2 cups matzo meal (Dark for passover); salt; ½ teaspoon cinnamon

Servings: persons

1 kg chicken bones with meat (No Skin)
1 red onion, peeled and quarted
250 g carrots, top and tailed
1 leek, chopped roughly
2 parsnips, peeled chopped roughly
for matzo balls
2 eggs (no blood check using clear bowl)
½ cup olive oil
½ cup water
2 cups matzo meal (Dark for passover)
salt
½ teaspoon cinnamon

1
For the SOUP: Put chicken in a large pot, fill with cold water enough to cover the chicken .
2
Bring to the boil and skim the fat layer off the top.
3
Add vegetables and simmer-boil for 2 hours.
4
Remove chicken pieces and pour liquid through a strainer to catch the vegetables.
5
Soup can be reheated or frozen.
6
If reheating, shred some chicken and add to soup.
7
For the MATZO BALLS: Break eggs abd beat adding oil, pinch of salt and cinnamon.
8
Mix well.
9
Add Matzomeal and water and mix well again.
10
Place in refrigerator for 30 mins if making now or overnight if making day before.
11
When mixture firm, spoon into hand and create ball like dumpling, do this for all of mixture.
12
In a pan of simmering salt water add matzo balls and cover for 20-25 minutes.
13
Matzo Balls will rise to the surface.
14
Reheat soup and add Matzo balls.

786

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 kg chicken bones with meat (No Skin), 1 red onion, peeled and quarted, 250 g carrots, top and tailed, 1 leek, chopped roughly, and more.

Yes, Matzo Ball Chicken Soup (Kosher) 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.

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Matzo Ball Chicken Soup (Kosher)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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