Throwdown's Matzo Ball Soup

1. 1

   Heat the chicken fat over medium heat in a small pan.

2. 2

   Add the chives and cook for 30 seconds.

3. 3

   Set aside to cool slightly.

4. 4

   In a large bowl, add the eggs, dill, seltzer, sugar, and salt and pepper and whisk until combined.

5. 5

   Add the matzo meal and the chicken fat/chive mixture and stir to combine.

6. 6

   Cover well and refrigerate for at least 8 hours and up to 24 hours.

7. 7

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium heat.

8. 8

   Form the matzo mixture into 8 equal size balls, about 1 3/4 ounces each, add to the water, reduce the heat to simmer, cover and cook until very tender, about 1 hour and 20 minutes.

9. 9

   Remove with a slotted spoon to the pot with the chicken stock and cook for 5 minutes before serving.

10. 10

    Ladle the soup into individual bowls and serve.

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    For the chicken stock:

12. 12

    Combine all ingredients in a large stockpot and add enough cold water to cover by 2-inches.

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    Bring to a boil, over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, skimming the scum from the stock with a ladle, every 15 minutes, for 3 hours.

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    Strain into a large bowl and discard the solids.

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    Transfer to a large saucepan and cook until reduced by half.

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    Add the roasted jalapenos for the last 10 minutes or of simmering, then remove.

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    Season with salt, pepper and freshly chopped dill.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.