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Lemongrass Consommé with Matzoh Balls, Leeks, and Shiitake Mushrooms

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Lemongrass Consommé with Matzoh Balls, Leeks, and Shiitake Mushrooms

Lemongrass Consommé with Matzoh Balls, Leeks, and Shiitake Mushrooms

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Equipment

  • Dutch Oven (Dutch Oven) - Ideal for simmering consommé and broths over low heat, promoting flavor extraction and clarification.

  • Sieve with Funnel - Useful for straining the liquid from solids after simmering; also helpful in decanting without spilling.

  • Silicone Spatula - Great for gently scraping the sides of pots to ensure nothing is left behind during consommé clarification.

  • Cheesecloth or Mesh Strainer Lid - Useful for creating a fine sieve when straining your broth, allowing clear liquids while retaining solids as optional garnishes.

  • Large Kitchen Colander - Ideal for draining the liquid from larger quantities of vegetables and proteins prior to consommé clarification.

  • Heavy-Bottomed Pot - Offers even heat distribution, reducing the risk of scorching during long simmering times required for consommé.

  • Nonstick Dutch Oven - Facilitates easy handling and prevents sticking, useful when making a clear broth or consommé.

  • Digital Thermometer - Ensures your broth is kept at the optimal temperature (around 160°F to 205°F) for flavor development without over-simmering.

  • Cutting Board and Sharp Knife Set - Essential for preparing all vegetable ingredients like leeks, mushrooms, and any garnishes required.

  • Digital Kitchen Scale - Useful for precise measurements of ingredients, which can significantly impact the final flavor profile of your consommé.

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 4 large eggs

  • 1 cup matzoh meal

  • 2 teaspoons salt

  • 4 quarts chicken stock or low-sodium chicken broth

  • 1 large leek (white and pale green parts only)

  • 1/2 pound shiitake mushrooms, stems discarded and caps thinly sliced

  • Lemongrass Consommé , warm

  • 1/4 cup fresh Italian parsley, chopped

Instructions

1

Instruction 1

In large bowl, whisk together oil and eggs. Stir in matzoh meal and salt until well blended. Stir in 1/4 cup stock. Cover batter and refrigerate until cold and firm, at least 20 minutes and up to 1 day.
2

Instruction 2

Line large baking sheet with plastic wrap or parchment paper. Using wet hands, very gently shape batter into about 16 balls, each about 2 inches in diameter. Arrange on prepared sheet.
3

Instruction 3

In large stock pot over high heat, bring remaining stock to boil. Gently drop balls into stock, return to boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until balls are tender and cooked through, about 40 minutes. (Matzoh balls can be cooked up to 1 day ahead. Refrigerate stock and balls separately and rewarm balls before serving by simmering in stock 5 minutes.)
4

Instruction 4

Cut leeks crosswise into 2-inch lengths, then thinly slice lengthwise. Wash leek strips in bowl of cold water, agitating, then lift out and pat dry.
5

Instruction 5

In medium saucepan over high heat, bring 4 cups salted water to boil. Reduce heat to low, add leeks, and gently simmer, uncovered, until tender, about 7 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer leeks to small bowl. Add mushrooms to water and gently simmer, uncovered, until tender, about 10 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer mushrooms to second small bowl. Cover vegetables and keep warm. (Vegetables can be poached up to 1 day ahead and refrigerated, covered. Rewarm by simmering in water 30 seconds before proceeding.)
6

Instruction 6

Using slotted spoon, divide balls among 8 soup bowls. (Discard stock in which balls were cooked.) Top with leeks and mushrooms. Ladle warm consommé over and sprinkle with parsley. Serve immediately.
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