Matzoh Balls Recipe

Name: Matzoh Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 large eggs; 2 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley; 1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh thyme; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper; ⅛ teaspoon cayenne, optional; 1/2 cup clarified unsalted butter; 1 1/2 cups matzoh meal; 1/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1 cup club soda; 10 cups chicken soup

Servings: persons

6 large eggs
2 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh thyme
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
⅛ teaspoon cayenne, optional
1/2 cup clarified unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups matzoh meal
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup club soda
10 cups chicken soup

1
Whisk the eggs in a medium bowl.
2
Whisk in the parsley, thyme, salt, pepper and cayenne, if using.
3
Whisk in the butter, and then the matzoh meal and baking powder.
4
Whisk in the club soda until well combined.
5
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 2 hours.
6
Place the chicken soup in a large pot and bring to boil.
7
Whisk the matzoh ball mixture.
8
With moistened hands, form the matzoh mixture into 16 2-inch balls.
9
Drop the balls into the soup, reduce heat so the soup simmers and cook for 30 minutes.
10
With a slotted spoon, remove matzoh balls to a clean, dry towel.
11
Ladle the soup into bowls and place 1 or 2 matzoh balls in each.
12
Serve immediately.

1417

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

206

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 large eggs, 2 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley, 1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh thyme, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Matzoh 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.

Matzoh Balls

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