Jul 13 2026
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Matzoh Ball Recipe

Inspired by Veselka
Time1h 10m
Serves6

Traditional soup.

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Ingredients

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Matzoh Balls

Chicken Broth

Method

Prepare Matzoh Balls

  1. 1

    Mix Ingredients

    In a large bowl, mix together the matzoh meal, eggs, water, vegetable oil, salt, black pepper, and fresh herbs if using. Stir until well combined. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Form Balls

    Once chilled, wet your hands and form the mixture into balls about the size of a golf ball.

Prepare Chicken Broth

  1. 3

    Chop Vegetables

    Chop the carrots, celery, onion, and garlic into small pieces.

  2. 4

    Cook Broth

    In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add the chopped vegetables and cook for 10-15 minutes until tender.

Cook Matzoh Balls

  1. 5

    Boil Matzoh Balls

    Gently drop the matzoh balls into the boiling broth. Cover the pot and simmer for about 30 minutes until the balls are cooked through and have expanded.

  2. 6

    Serve

    Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each serving has a matzoh ball, and garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.

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