Matzo Ball Soup
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4.8
Matzo Ball Soup
Description
Matzo Ball Soup combines vegan matzo balls crafted from silken tofu, olive oil, and matzo meal with a mixture of finely sautéed onions and garlic, parsley, nutritional yeast, and baking powder to achieve the desired texture. The dough is chilled before shaping and cooking. The broth is prepared by sautéing onions, carrots, celery, garlic, and bay leaf in olive oil, then simmering with water and vegetable bouillon for depth of flavor. The matzo balls cook gently in the simmering broth to maintain their structure and achieve a tender consistency.
The flavor of this soup is mild but aromatic, with the vegetal sweetness of the sautéed vegetables complementing the soft, lightly herbed matzo balls. The baking powder adjusts the matzo balls’ density, enabling customization of their lightness or firmness. Nutritional yeast adds a subtle savory note enhancing the overall umami.
Matzo Ball Soup can be served as a starter or a light main course during colder months. Garnish with fresh dill and parsley to add brightness and enhance its visual appeal.
Careful simmering of the matzo balls prevents disintegration, and avoiding overcooking keeps them tender rather than rubbery. Adjust the baking powder slightly to control texture: more for lighter balls, less or none for denser ones.
Ingredients
For the Matzo Balls:
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- ¼ cup onion very finely diced
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 1 silken tofu drained, soft, 12-ounce package
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ½ teaspoon parsley packed, finely minced
- 1 cup matzo meal
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 ½ tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the soup:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion thinly sliced
- 3 medium carrot sliced
- 2 celery sliced, ribs
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 1 bay leaf
- 6 cups of water
- 1 to 1 ½ tablespoons vegetable bouillon not sponsored), depending on your saltiness preference, No-Chicken Better Than Bouillon brand
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- dill for garnish
- parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a small pan over medium-high heat, heat the oil. Add the onion and garlic and saute for 2 to 3 minutes or until the onions are translucent and tender. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a food processor, add the silken tofu and olive oil and process until smooth.
- Transfer the tofu mixture and the sauted vegetables to a large mixing bowl. Add the parsley, matzo meal, baking powder, nutritional yeast, and salt, and mix together until thoroughly combined. Move the mixture into an airtight storage container and freeze it for 1 hour. You can also refrigerate overnight if making it the night before.
- Shortly before you take the dough out of the freezer, heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, garlic, and bay leaf, and saute for 3 to 4 minutes or until the onions are translucent and tender. Add the water and Better Than Bouillon, cover, and lower to a simmer.
- Remove the dough from the freezer and form matzo balls that are about 2 inches.
- Place the matzo balls into the broth, bring to a boil, cover, and reduce to a simmer for 45 minutes.
- Garnish with black pepper, parsley, and dill. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Keep the soup at a gentle simmer when cooking matzo balls to prevent them from breaking apart.
- Test for doneness by cutting a matzo ball in half; it should be cooked through and uniform in color.
- Adjust baking powder to vary the matzo balls’ texture: increase for lighter balls and decrease for denser ones.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 401 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 401kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 42g | 14% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Sodium | 1692mg | 71% |
| Potassium | 326mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 7649IU | 153% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 106mg | 11% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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