Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
6 unit

tuna fish

canned, drained

1 unit

onion

small

2 unit

eggs

large

0.25 tsp

ground pepper

4 tbsp

matzo meal

5 cup

water

1 tbsp

salt

1 unit

onion

medium

2 unit

carrots

small

2 stalk

celery

Step 1
~9 min

Grind tuna and small onion together.

Step 2
~9 min

Beat eggs with ground pepper.

Step 3
~9 min

Mix matzo meal into egg mixture and let stand for 15 minutes.

Step 4
~9 min

Boil water with salt, cut-up onion, carrots, and celery in a soup pan.

Step 5
~9 min

Combine tuna mixture with egg mixture.

Step 6
~9 min

Form medium-sized balls.

Step 7
~9 min

Drop balls into boiling water.

Step 8
~9 min

Cover tightly and simmer on low heat for 1 hour.

Step 9
~9 min

Serve hot or cold.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust seasoning to taste.

Serve with horseradish.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer.

Serve chilled or warm.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Matzo Ball Soup
Roasted Vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Eastern European Jewish

Cultural Significance

Traditional Ashkenazi Jewish dish, often served during Passover.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Passover

Occasion Tags

Passover
Holidays

Popularity Score

60/100

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