SCALLION AND GINGER MATZO BALL SOUP

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Scallion and Ginger Matzo Ball Soup image

Provided by Molly Yeh

Time 2h25m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds skin-on, bone-in chicken drumsticks or thighs
1 teaspoon kosher salt
One 3-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced into 1/8-inch pieces
2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
4 scallions, sliced on a bias into 1-inch pieces
2 large carrots, chopped into coins
1 tablespoon Chinese black vinegar
Toasted sesame oil, for serving
Sambal oelek, for serving
1 cup matzo meal
Kosher salt
1/4 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs, separated
4 scallions, chopped

Steps:

  • For the soup: Season the chicken all over with the salt. Tie up the ginger in a piece of cheesecloth (or put in a tea bag or tea ball). Put the chicken and ginger in a large pot with the soy sauce, scallions, carrots and 8 cups water and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce to a simmer and simmer about 1 hour, skimming the foam off of the top when needed.
  • For the matzo balls: In a large bowl, combine the matzo meal and 1 teaspoon salt. Stir in the oil, egg yolks, scallions and 1/4 cup of the soup. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until fluffy but not stiff. Fold the whites into the yolk mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let cool slightly, 10 to 15 minutes. When cool enough to handle, use a fork or your hands to pull the meat from the bones; reserve the meat. Return the soup to a very low simmer while you make the matzo balls.
  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Roll tablespoon-size balls of the matzo mixture. Boil in the salted water until fluffy, 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Return the meat to the soup and simmer until warmed through. When ready to serve, stir the black vinegar into the soup. Serve the matzo balls in the soup with a drizzle of sesame oil and a plop of sambal oelek.

Slindile Mnguni
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This is the best matzo ball soup I've ever had. The scallions and ginger really make it special.


Lokelani Dew
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I love this soup! It's so flavorful and comforting.


SquiqlyFish
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This soup is delicious! The scallions and ginger add a really nice flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Hailey Lobb
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use my own homemade matzo balls or store-bought ones.


najmulislam srabon
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I'm not a huge fan of matzo ball soup, but this recipe is really good. The scallions and ginger add a lot of flavor.


Sana ulla Ulla
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This soup is delicious and comforting. It's the perfect meal for a cold winter day.


Jalam Martinez
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I love the addition of scallions and ginger to this soup. It gives it a really unique flavor.


Alton Rex Tucker
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also very easy to make.


denis kamau
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I'm not a big fan of ginger, but I really liked this soup. The scallions and matzo balls were delicious.


Rose Adhiambo
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This soup is so good! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Christian Norman
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I made this soup for my family and they loved it. It's a great way to use up leftover matzo balls.


FURY KING 69
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This is my new favorite matzo ball soup recipe. The scallions and ginger add a really unique and delicious flavor.


Xdr Sumiii
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Love this soup! It's so flavorful and comforting.


Muslim World
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This soup is delicious and so easy to make. I'm definitely going to be making it again.


Mohamed Rahamtalla
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I'm not a huge fan of matzo ball soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The scallions and ginger add a really nice flavor.


Kalea Sanders
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The scallions and ginger in this soup really make it something special. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Utaara Mate
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use my own homemade matzo balls or store-bought ones.


Aisha Nalubega
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great. The matzo balls were light and fluffy, and the broth was flavorful and aromatic.


Yassine Hajj
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This soup is amazing! The scallions and ginger add a delicious flavor that really sets it apart from other matzo ball soups. I will definitely be making this again.