Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 lbs

white fish fillet

ground

0.5 lbs

pike fillet

ground

0.5 lbs

carp fillet

ground

2 unit

carrots

ground

1 unit

parsnip

ground

1 unit

onion

ground

4 unit

eggs

0.63 cup

matzoh meal

2 tbsp

salt

0.25 tsp

white pepper

6 tbsp

cold water

4 lbs

fish bones

1 unit

carrot

peeled, sliced

1 unit

onion

peeled, sliced

4 unit

cold water

to cover

1 tsp

sugar

2 tsp

salt

12 unit

peppercorns

whole

1 unit

horseradish

red or white

Step 1
~10 min

Grind fish, carrots, parsnip, and onion together.

Step 2
~10 min

Mix ground mixture with eggs, salt, pepper, matzoh meal, and cold water.

Step 3
~10 min

Refrigerate the fish mixture for at least 1 hour.

Step 4
~10 min

Prepare fish broth by simmering fish bones, carrots, onion, sugar, salt, and peppercorns.

Key Technique: Simmering
Step 5
~10 min

Skim off any residue from the broth.

Step 6
~10 min

Simmer the broth for 20 minutes and remove the bones.

Step 7
~10 min

Form fish mixture into 2-inch oval balls.

Step 8
~10 min

Poach fish balls in the simmering broth for 1 hour, covered.

Key Technique: Simmering
Step 9
~10 min

Remove fish balls and place in a shallow pan.

Step 10
~10 min

Strain the broth over the fish balls, covering them completely.

Step 11
~10 min

Place slices of cooked carrots on top of each fish ball.

Step 12
~10 min

Refrigerate until ready to serve with horseradish.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use fresh, high-quality fish for the best flavor.

Don't overcook the fish balls, or they will become dry.

Serve with a dollop of horseradish for a traditional presentation.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer.

Accompany with challah bread.

Offer a variety of horseradish, both red and white.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Challah bread
Matzoh ball soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Eastern Europe

Cultural Significance

Traditional Jewish holiday dish, especially during Passover and Rosh Hashanah.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Passover
Rosh Hashanah

Occasion Tags

Passover
Rosh Hashanah
Jewish Holidays
Shabbat

Popularity Score

65/100

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