Delicious Old Style Gefilte Fish

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 14
Delicious Old Style Gefilte Fish Recipe for a Savory Meal
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Prep

30 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs fresh white fish ( meat and bones )
2 lbs fresh fish , Yellow Pike ( meat and bones )
1 lb fresh carp ( steak cut )
1 lb fresh cod ( steak cut )
2 quarts water ( good quality )
1 cup cold water
16 ounces baby carrots ( or 3 large carrots scraped and cleaned )
3 onions ( medium size , including the brown outer skin layers )
2 celery ribs ( cleaned )
4 teaspoons salt ( kosher salt )
3 teaspoons sugar ( white sugar )
2 teaspoons pepper ( black pepper )
3 large eggs ( or 4 medium size eggs )
5 tablespoons matzo meal
2 ounces parsley ( as garnish )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
165
Sugar
2g
Fat
6g
Delicious Old Style Gefilte Fish is a traditional Jewish dish that has been enjoyed for generations. It is typically served as an appetizer during Jewish holidays and celebrations. This savory fish dish is made with a mixture of white fish, yellow pike, carp, and cod, and is flavored with onions, celery, and carrots. It is often served cold with horseradish sauce and matzo crackers. The preparation of gefilte fish can be a time-consuming process, but it is a dish that is well worth the effort.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, bring 2 quarts of good quality water to a boil. Add baby carrots, 2 onions (peeled and cut in half), 1 celery rib, and 3 teaspoons of salt.
2.In a food processor, grind the fish meat and bones, yellow pike, carp, and cod. Add 1 cup of cold water, 1 chopped onion, 2 teaspoons of salt, 3 teaspoons of sugar, and 2 teaspoons of black pepper to the fish mixture.
3.Add 5 tablespoons of matzo meal and 3 large eggs to the fish mixture and mix well.
4.Take a small amount of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat until all the mixture has been used. Place each ball in the boiling water and cook for 1 hour on medium heat.
5.Let the gefilte fish cool to room temperature in the pot and then refrigerate until serving.
6.Garnish with fresh parsley.

PROS

Gefilte fish is a savory traditional dish that is loved by many due to its unique flavor.
It is a delicious way to add fish to your diet and it is a great source of protein.

CONS

Gefilte fish is an acquired taste and some people may not enjoy its texture and taste.
It can be a bit time-consuming to prepare, but it is well worth the effort.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Gefilte fish is a good source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamin B12. It is also low in saturated fat and calories. Eating fish regularly has been linked to a lower risk of heart disease and improved brain function.

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