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Slow Cooker Jewish Wedding Soup Recipe

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This Slow Cooker Jewish Wedding Soup is a comforting, hearty dish featuring tender chicken meatballs simmered in a flavorful broth with vegetables, Israeli couscous, and fresh spinach. Perfect for family meals, this soup brings tradition and warmth together with an easy slow cooker or Instant Pot method.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Jewish

Ingredients

Meatballs

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1/3 cup matzo meal
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Soup Base

  • 1/2 cup Israeli couscous
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3 cups water (or more broth)
  • 2 celery ribs, sliced
  • 3/4 pound carrots, diced
  • 1/3 cup onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried dill
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Meatballs: In a medium bowl, combine the ground chicken, matzo meal, egg, 1 teaspoon dried dill, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Mix gently until just combined to keep the meatballs tender. Shape the mixture into approximately 12 to 15 small meatballs.
  2. Add Soup Ingredients to Slow Cooker: Place all soup base ingredients except the Israeli couscous and spinach—chicken broth, water, sliced celery, diced carrots, diced onion, minced garlic, 2 teaspoons dried dill, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and bay leaf—into the slow cooker. Stir well to combine flavors.
  3. Add Meatballs to Soup: Gently add the prepared meatballs into the slow cooker. Stir carefully to ensure the meatballs are evenly distributed in the broth without breaking.
  4. Cook the Soup: Cover and cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours or LOW for 4 to 6 hours until meatballs are fully cooked and vegetables are tender.
  5. Add Couscous: Remove the bay leaf then stir in the Israeli couscous. Continue cooking for an additional 10 to 15 minutes or until the couscous is tender and has absorbed some of the broth.
  6. Finish with Spinach: Stir in the fresh chopped spinach just before serving to wilt it gently and add a fresh burst of green and nutrition.
  7. Alternative Instant Pot Method – Add Soup Ingredients: Place all soup base ingredients except couscous and spinach into the Instant Pot. Stir to combine.
  8. Alternative Instant Pot Method – Add Meatballs: Add the prepared meatballs gently into the Instant Pot and stir to distribute evenly.
  9. Seal and Cook in Instant Pot: Close and seal the Instant Pot lid. Cook on HIGH pressure for 10 minutes.
  10. Release Pressure: Once done, perform a quick release of the pressure carefully to avoid steam burns.
  11. Remove Bay Leaf: Open the lid and remove the bay leaf from the pot.
  12. Cook Couscous in Sauté Mode: Turn the Instant Pot to sauté and stir in the Israeli couscous. Cook uncovered for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the couscous is tender and cooked through.
  13. Finish with Spinach: Stir in the fresh spinach before serving to add color and freshness.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey or beef for ground chicken if preferred.
  • For a richer flavor, use all chicken broth instead of mixing with water.
  • If you want a gluten-free version, substitute matzo meal and Israeli couscous with gluten-free alternatives.
  • The soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
  • Add the spinach at the end to keep its bright color and fresh texture.
  • Adjust salt and spices according to taste preference.
  • Cooking times may vary slightly based on slow cooker or Instant Pot models.

Find it online: https://allcookedup.com/slow-cooker-jewish-wedding-soup-recipe/