Follow these steps for perfect results
white fish fillets
ground
onions
ground
eggs
salt
sugar
black pepper
matzo meal
onions
sliced
carrots
sliced on a diagonal
salt
pepper
sugar
fish bones
water
Grind the white fish fillets and onions together.
Mix together the ground fish, onions, eggs, salt, sugar, and pepper until thoroughly blended.
Taste the mixture and adjust seasonings.
Slowly add matzo meal, mixing until the mixture is almost thick enough to shape into balls.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour, or even overnight.
Make the broth by mixing sliced onions, carrots, salt, pepper, sugar, fish bones (optional), and water in a large soup pot.
Bring the broth to a boil, then simmer for at least 30 minutes or until golden in color.
Taste the broth and adjust seasoning. The broth should be sweet and a little salty.
Form the fish mixture into balls, cylinders, or loaves.
Add the fish mixture to the broth, bring to a boil again, and then lower to a very slow boil for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Cool and serve.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of sugar to your preference.
Chill the fish mixture well before shaping to make it easier to handle.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Can be made a day ahead.
Serve chilled on a platter with carrot slices.
Serve chilled with horseradish.
Serve as part of a traditional Jewish holiday meal.
Pairs well with the sweetness of the fish.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Traditional Jewish dish often served during Passover and Rosh Hashanah.
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