Description
Jewish Chicken Soup With Fresh Matzo Balls is a timeless comfort food made with clear golden broth, tender vegetables, fragrant dill, and light, fluffy matzo balls. Simple, nourishing, and deeply traditional, this classic soup is perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or cozy meals at home.
Ingredients
- Whole chicken or bone-in chicken pieces
- Carrots
- Celery
- Onions
- Garlic
- Fresh dill
- Cold water
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Matzo meal
- Eggs
- Neutral oil
- Water or broth
Instructions
- Place chicken, carrots, celery, onions, garlic, and dill in a large pot and cover with cold water.
- Bring to a gentle boil, reduce to a simmer, and skim foam as needed.
- Simmer uncovered until broth is golden and chicken is tender.
- Remove chicken and vegetables, strain broth if desired, and season with salt and pepper.
- Whisk eggs, oil, water or broth, and salt, then stir in matzo meal.
- Cover and refrigerate matzo mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Bring a pot of salted water or broth to a simmer.
- Form chilled mixture into balls and drop into liquid.
- Cover and cook without lifting the lid until fluffy.
- Add matzo balls to soup, garnish with fresh dill, and serve hot.
Notes
For the lightest matzo balls, chill the mixture fully and handle gently. Simmer the soup slowly to keep the broth clear and flavorful.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Jewish