Fish balls in a Tomato sauce

Ingredients:
For the Fish Balls:

  • 1kg fresh salmon fillet, cut into chunks
  • 1½ large white onions, minced
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon matzoh meal (or breadcrumbs/flour)
  • Salt, black pepper, sugar (optional)

For the Sauce:

  • 1½ large white onions, minced
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into julienne
  • 4-6 cups fish stock or water
  • Salt, black pepper, sugar (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Fish Mixture: Roughly mince the salmon and 1½ onions in a food processor. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and add eggs, matzoh meal, salt, pepper, and sugar. Mix well. Cover and refrigerate the mixture for 1 hour to firm up.
  2. Form the Fish Balls: Using wet hands, shape the mixture into 2-inch long ovals. If the mixture is too sticky, add more matzoh meal/flour. If too dry, add a bit of water.
  3. Prepare the Sauce: In a large pot, sauté the remaining onions and carrots in a little oil until soft. Add fish stock or water, salt, pepper, and sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
  4. Cook the Fish Balls: Gently place the fish balls into the simmering broth. Cook for 30 minutes on low heat, occasionally shaking the pot gently to ensure even cooking.
  5. Cool and Serve: Once cooked, carefully place each fish ball with a carrot slice on top onto a flat plate. Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving. Serve chilled with horseradish. Enjoy!

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