Gefilte fish is a traditional Jewish dish consisting of ground fish, eggs, and matzo meal, poached in a flavorful fish stock. This recipe uses whitefish or turbot for a tender texture and clean taste. The mixture is formed into balls and simmered slowly with carrots, onions, and seasonings to create a rich, aromatic broth. It is typically served chilled, often accompanied by horseradish. Perfect for holiday meals or as a unique appetizer, this dish offers a nostalgic and comforting experience. The combination of the soft fish balls and the savory stock makes it a satisfying and elegant choice for any table.
Gefilte Fish
Description
Gefilte fish is a traditional Jewish dish consisting of ground fish, eggs, and matzo meal, poached in a flavorful fish stock. This recipe uses whitefish or turbot for a tender texture and clean taste. The mixture is formed into balls and simmered slowly with carrots, onions, and seasonings to create a rich, aromatic broth. It is typically served chilled, often accompanied by horseradish. Perfect for holiday meals or as a unique appetizer, this dish offers a nostalgic and comforting experience. The combination of the soft fish balls and the savory stock makes it a satisfying and elegant choice for any table.Ingredients
Directions
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Defrost the fish if frozen.
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Save the head, skin, and bones of the fish when filleting.
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Place the fish bones, skin, and head in a large saucepan with sliced onions, water, sliced carrots, salt, and ground white pepper.
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Cook over high heat until the stock is flavorful and ready.
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Grind the fish fillets in a food processor until smooth.
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Add the eggs and matzo meal to the ground fish.
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Mix until well blended.
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Drop balls of the fish mixture into the simmering fish stock.
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Cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
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Remove the cover and continue cooking for 10 minutes longer.
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Cool the fish balls and place on a platter or in a bowl.
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Strain the fish stock over the fish balls.
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Add the cooked carrots around the fish balls.
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Chill thoroughly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 18
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 35.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1.0g2%
- Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
- Cholesterol 12.6mg5%
- Sodium 13.9mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 5.8g12%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Serve chilled with horseradish.
Use fresh or frozen fish fillets.
Ensure the stock is well-seasoned before poaching the fish balls.
