MADGE'S GEFILTE FISH

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Martha's friend Madge Miller shares her recipe for gefilte fish, a traditional side dish at Passover gatherings. Serve with Madge's Horseradish, which blends beets into the classic sauce.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 13

Homemade Fish Stock
2 1/2 pounds coarsely ground whitefish
2 1/2 pounds coarsely ground yellow pike
1/2 pound coarsely ground carp
3 medium onions, finely chopped
2 large eggs, plus 1 large egg white, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons matzo meal
1/4 cup coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
4 carrots, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon sweet Hungarian paprika
Madge's Horseradish
Dill sprigs, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large, wide pot, bring fish stock to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer.
  • In a large bowl combine whitefish, yellow pike, and carp. Add onions, eggs, matzo meal, salt, pepper, and 1/4 cup cold water. Stir with a wooden spoon until mixture forms a paste.
  • Moisten hands with cold water. Shape about 1/3 cup of mixture into an oval slightly larger than an egg (3 to 4 inches long). Place gently in simmering stock. Repeat with remaining mixture. Add carrots. Sprinkle with paprika. Cover and simmer, until firm and opaque, about 1 hour. Cool to room temperature. Transfer to an airtight container. Chill until stock gels, at least 4 hours or overnight. Serve cold, or at room temperature, garnished with fresh horseradish and a sprig of dill. May be made up to 2 days ahead.

Rayen Hedhili
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This gefilte fish is the perfect dish for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.


ROSE KAGEHA UNGAI
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I've never been a fan of gefilte fish, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so good that I ate two pieces!


Noelle Gardner
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I'm not a big fan of gefilte fish, but I made this recipe for my husband and he loved it. I'll definitely be making it again for him.


Really Raw Rendezvous
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The gefilte fish is so delicious and it's a real crowd-pleaser.


Awais Moosiani
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I made this gefilte fish in a slow cooker and it turned out great. I just cooked it on low for 8 hours and it was perfect.


Tameka Rooks
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I'm allergic to eggs, so I used a flax egg in this recipe and it worked just as well.


Journey Lewis
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover fish. I had some salmon fillets that I cooked the night before and they worked perfectly in this dish.


Nanboni Wakgari
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I served this gefilte fish with a side of carrot tsimmes and it was a perfect meal.


Kenny Kehinde
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I added a little bit of minced onion to the fish mixture and it really enhanced the flavor.


Keya Akter
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I love that this recipe uses matzo meal instead of bread crumbs. It makes the gefilte fish lighter and more delicate.


Asmat Masood
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This gefilte fish is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the day before and it was even better the next day.


Brett Kirby
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I've never made gefilte fish before, but this recipe made it easy. The fish was delicious and I will definitely be making it again.


sunday fidelis
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I'm not Jewish, but I love gefilte fish. This recipe is the closest I've come to finding a restaurant-quality gefilte fish at home.


John Argyle
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This is the best gefilte fish recipe I've ever tried. The fish was so tender and flaky, and the broth was rich and flavorful.


Pawan Tomer
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I made this gefilte fish for Passover dinner and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about it.


Amal Gamal
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This recipe was easy to follow and the gefilte fish turned out perfectly. I served it with horseradish and a side of rye bread, and it was a hit with my guests.


Dino Salva
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My family loved this gefilte fish! Even my kids, who are usually not big fans of fish, ate it all up.


Lukwago Santos
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I've been making gefilte fish for years, but this recipe is by far the best. The addition of the lemon zest and dill really makes a difference.


MD. ROCKY ISLAM OFFICIALS
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This gefilte fish recipe is a keeper! The fish was moist and flavorful, and the broth was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.