Saffron Matzo Balls

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    8 servings

  • Calories

    84 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Middle Eastern

Saffron Matzo Balls

Learn to make tender, fluffy Saffron Matzo Balls with an exotic flavor and gorgeous color from Lori Lynn of Taste with the Eyes. Kosher for Pesach, Meat.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • .02 ounces saffron threads
  • 2 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 1/2 ounces matzo ball mix (1 packet)
  • carrot slices (carrot) and chopped, for garnish
  • parsley slices (carrot) and chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Grind 0.02 oz. saffron threads using a mortar and pestle.
  2. Blend 2 large eggs with 2 T. good olive oil. Stir in saffron.
  3. Let saffron infuse the egg/oil mixture for about 10 minutes. Stir again.
  4. Add one packet (2 1/2 oz.) matzoh ball mix. Mix well.
  5. Place matzoh ball mixture in refrigerator for 15 minutes.In the meantime bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  6. Roll chilled matzoh ball mixture into eight balls.
  7. Drop balls into boiling water. Cover. Lower the heat to medium low (not simmer).
  8. Cook for 30 minutes, do not lift lid while cooking (no peeking)!
  9. Place carrots and chopped parsley in a shallow bowl. Add matzoh ball then ladle hot chicken soup into the bowl.

Notes

  • If you'd like to try Lori Lynn's chicken soup recipe, click here.
  • If you'd like to try Lori Lynn's chicken soup recipe,
  • click here
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Nutrition Information

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Calories 84kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 4g (6%) Cholesterol 46mg (15%) Sodium 17mg (1%) Potassium 27mg (1%) Vitamin A 70IU (1%) Calcium 7mg (1%) Iron 0.5mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 84 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 84kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 4g 6%
Cholesterol 46mg 15%
Sodium 17mg 1%
Potassium 27mg 1%
Vitamin A 70IU 1%
Calcium 7mg 1%
Iron 0.5mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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