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Easy Fluffy Matzo Ball Soup Recipe Kids Will Love to Eat

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A comforting and kid-approved matzo ball soup recipe featuring light, fluffy matzo balls and a rich, savory chicken broth. Perfect for cozy dinners and easy weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup matzo meal (Manischewitz recommended)
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil or schmaltz (chicken fat)
  • 1/4 cup seltzer water or club soda
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley or dill
  • 8 cups chicken broth (homemade or low-sodium store-bought)
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 1 small onion, quartered
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, beat the 4 eggs until frothy. Whisk in the vegetable oil (or schmaltz), salt, pepper, and seltzer water.
  2. Stir in the matzo meal and herbs (if using). Mix gently until combined, but do not overmix.
  3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the matzo meal absorb the liquid.
  4. While the batter chills, pour the chicken broth into a large pot. Add the carrots, celery, onion, garlic, and bay leaf.
  5. Bring the broth to a gentle simmer over medium heat and let it cook while you form the matzo balls.
  6. Wet your hands with cold water and gently shape the batter into small balls about 1-inch in diameter.
  7. Carefully drop the matzo balls into the simmering broth. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and cook undisturbed for 20 minutes.
  8. After 20 minutes, check one matzo ball for doneness. If cooked through and tender, remove the onion, garlic, and bay leaf from the broth.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  10. Ladle the broth into bowls, adding 3-4 matzo balls per serving. Garnish with fresh parsley or dill if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

Chilling the batter is crucial for fluffy matzo balls. Use seltzer water instead of plain water for lightness. Handle matzo balls gently when shaping and cooking. Avoid stirring the pot while cooking to prevent deflation. Schmaltz adds richness but vegetable oil is a lighter alternative. Matzo balls can be frozen raw and cooked from frozen with extra cooking time.

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Keywords: matzo ball soup, fluffy matzo balls, kid-friendly soup, chicken broth soup, traditional Jewish soup, easy soup recipe, comfort food

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