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Ingredients
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Matzo Ball Ingredients
Soup Ingredients
Method
Matzo Ball Preparation
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine matzo meal, eggs, water, vegetable oil, salt, pepper, and fresh dill (if using). Stir until well blended.
- 2
Chill the Mixture
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes to allow it to firm up.
Soup Preparation
- 3
Prepare the Broth
In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil over medium heat.
- 4
Cooking the Matzo Balls
- 5
Form the Matzo Balls
Once the matzo ball mixture has chilled, wet your hands and form the mixture into balls about 1 inch in diameter.
- 6
Cook the Matzo Balls
Gently drop the formed matzo balls into the simmering soup. Cover the pot and let them cook for about 20 minutes, or until they have doubled in size.
- 7
Serve
Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring to include several matzo balls in each serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.


