How to Make Gefilte Fish
Make this delicious gefilte fish for Passover. Enjoy it hot or cold.
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You Will Need
- 2 sliced onions
- 2 sliced carrots
- 6 c. water
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. sugar
- 2 minced onions
- 1 minced carrot
- 2 tbsp. minced dill
- 1 lb. minced whitefish
- 1 lb. minced salmon
- ½ c. cold water
- ¼ c. matzo meal
- 2 tbsp. salt
- 1 tbsp. pepper
- 1 tbsp. sugar
- Grated horseradish
- A large pot with lid
- A large bowl
- A hand mixer
- A slotted spoon
- A food processor (optional)
Steps
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Step 1
Prepare stock
Combine the onions, sliced carrots, water, salt, and sugar in the large pot.
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Step 2
Bring to boil
Bring the stock to a boil; then reduce the heat to simmer for 15 to 20 minutes with the lid on.
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Step 3
Combine ingredients
Combine the remaining ingredients in the large bowl. With the hand mixer, beat the mixture on medium speed for 20 minutes.
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Alternatively, combine it in a food processor for 3 to 4 minutes.
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Step 4
Moisten hands
Moisten your hands with cold water and shape the mixture into golf-ball sized balls. Carefully place them the stock.
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Step 5
Simmer
Simmer for one and a half to two hours, partially covered. Remove the fish balls from the broth with the slotted spoon.
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Step 6
Garnish
Garnish each piece with a carrot slice and serve with the horseradish.
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