How to Make Gefilte Fish

Instructions

• Step 1: Prepare stock Combine the onions, sliced carrots, water, salt, and sugar in the large pot.
• 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.
• 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.
• TIP: Alternatively, combine it in a food processor for 3 to 4 minutes.
• Step 4: Moisten hands Moisten your hands with cold water and shape the mixture into golf-ball sized balls. Carefully place them the stock.
• 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.
• Step 6: Garnish Garnish each piece with a carrot slice and serve with the horseradish.
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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
• u00bd c. cold water
• u00bc 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)