Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1 can

tuna in vegetable oil

undrained

0.5 unit

carrot

1 unit

onion

0.5 cup

sugar

0.5 cup

matzo meal

3 unit

eggs

1 unit

broth

for boiling

2 unit

carrots

2 unit

onions

0.33 cup

sugar

1 tbsp

salt

1 tsp

black pepper

1 unit

water

pot water

Step 1
~7 min

Grind onion and carrot in a food processor using the steel blade.

Step 2
~7 min

Add the remaining ingredients (tuna, sugar, matzo meal, eggs) to the food processor.

Step 3
~7 min

Pulse until a uniform mush is formed.

Step 4
~7 min

Refrigerate the mixture overnight for best results.

Step 5
~7 min

Spread a large piece of baking paper on the counter.

Step 6
~7 min

Place the gefilte fish mixture in a loaf/log shape on the baking paper.

Step 7
~7 min

Fold the top of the baking paper down over the loaf.

Step 8
~7 min

Fold in each side of the baking paper to enclose the mixture in a loaf shape.

Step 9
~7 min

Staple the folded sides to prevent leakage, if desired.

Step 10
~7 min

Freeze the loaf for at least 1 night.

Step 11
~7 min

Boil a pot of water large enough to hold the loaf.

Step 12
~7 min

Add the broth ingredients (carrots, onions, sugar, salt, pepper) to the boiling water.

Key Technique: Boiling
Step 13
~7 min

Place the FROZEN loaf (still in the baking paper) into the boiling broth.

Key Technique: Boiling
Step 14
~7 min

Return to a boil and then let simmer for about 1.5 hours.

Step 15
~7 min

Carefully remove the loaf from the broth using two spatulas and cool.

Step 16
~7 min

Remove the cooked carrots and onions from the broth and place them in a container.

Step 17
~7 min

Remove the baking paper from the loaf.

Step 18
~7 min

Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Step 19
~7 min

Slice and serve with sliced carrot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Double the recipe and freeze for future use.

Adjust sugar to taste.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made several 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 chilled with horseradish.

Serve with a side of challah bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Challah Bread
Horseradish

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Eastern Europe

Cultural Significance

Traditional Jewish dish served during holidays.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Passover
Rosh Hashanah

Occasion Tags

Holidays
Passover
Rosh Hashanah
Shabbat

Popularity Score

60/100

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