Wise Sons Deli Matzo Balls Recipe

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   Combine the eggs and schmaltz, either by hand with a whisk or in a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment.

2. 2

   Beat until thoroughly mixed and fluffy.

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   Add the matzo meal slowly, in a few additions, until combined.

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   Then add the seltzer, salt, and pepper, mixing until just combined.

5. 5

   Taste again for salt (it should be well seasoned).

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   Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and rest in the refrigerator at least 2 hours, or as long as overnight.

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   Combine the cold water and a big pinch of kosher salt in a wide, high-sided saucepan with a tightfitting lid over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer.

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   Scoop 10 to 12 evenly sized lumps of the matzo mixture and place on a platter or baking sheet.

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   Lightly coat your hands with vegetable oil and gently roll each lump into a ball between your palms, trying not to compress the ball, and place it gently into the simmering water.

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    Repeat until all the matzo balls are in the water.

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    Reduce the heat to the lowest possible setting, cover the pan, and simmer for 30 minutes.

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    If youre not serving your soup right away, cool the matzo balls by placing them in a cold-water bath and refrigerate up to 2 days.

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    Reheat gently in the soup and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.