Falshe Fish (Mock Gefilte Fish)

Ingredients

• •2 lb ground chicken or turkey, or finely ground veal
• •1 large onion, very finely chopped
• •2 medium carrots, finely grated
• •2 large eggs
• •1/2 cup matzah meal or fine breadcrumbs
• •2 tsp salt
• •1 tbsp sugar
• •2 tsp ground white pepper
• •1/4 tsp black pepper
• •6 cups chicken stock or water, for poaching
• •1 carrot, sliced, for the poaching liquid
• •1 onion, sliced, for the poaching liquid

Instructions

1. 1

   Place the ground poultry or veal in a large bowl and add the finely chopped onion, grated carrots, eggs, and matzah meal.

2. 2

   Season the mixture with salt, sugar, white pepper, and a little black pepper, then mix until evenly combined.

3. 3

   Let the mixture rest for 10 to 15 minutes so it firms slightly and the flavors meld.

4. 4

   Shape the mixture into oval patties or into one compact loaf, according to preference.

5. 5

   In a wide pot, bring the stock or water to a gentle simmer with the sliced carrot and onion.

6. 6

   Lower the patties or loaf into the liquid, cover partially, and poach gently for 35 to 45 minutes until cooked through.

7. 7

   Remove carefully and cool slightly before slicing or serving whole patties.

8. 8

   Serve warm or chilled, with some of the poaching vegetables alongside.