CHEF MICHAEL SMITH HOMEMADE CHICKEN SOUP WITH MATZO BALLS

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This is an AMAZING recipe I saw on Chef Michael Smith's show Chef at home. Made it for my family who has a bit of a cold at the moment and they loved it. It was so restorative and healing they felt instantly better.

Provided by Shandibear

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 chicken carcass, meat removed and reserved for another time
3 carrots, cubed
3 stalks celery, cubed
1 bunch fresh parsley
4 eggs
4 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup matzo meal
salt and pepper
chicken broth
1 inch piece ginger, grated
2 cups baby spinach leaves
3 green onions, sliced
1 cup bean sprouts

Steps:

  • Roast chicken carcass in 400 degree oven until golden brown. Place into a stockpot along with the carrots, celery, onions, parsley and thyme. Cover with cold water and bring to a boil and then let simmer for 1 hour. Strain.
  • For the matzo balls:.
  • Whisk together eggs, oil, nutmeg, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Stir in matzo meal and let rest for 20 minutes. Form into balls with two spoons.
  • For the soup base:.
  • Bring chicken broth to a simmer and add matzo balls. Cook for 10 minutes: they are done when they float to the top. Add ginger, spinach, onions, and bean sprouts and stir to wilt, just prior to serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.2, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 141, Sodium 108.6, Carbohydrate 22.4, Fiber 3, Sugar 3.2, Protein 7.8

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