Name: Matzo Ball Soup with Cardamom, Turmeric, and Lime
Cook time: 30 minutes
Total time: 3 1/2 hours
Yield: Serves 8
Ingredients: 1/2 medium onion, coarsely chopped; 4 garlic cloves, crushed; 4 large eggs; 2 tablespoons olive oil or chicken schmaltz; 1/4 cup club soda; 2 teaspoons finely grated lime zest (from about 2 limes); 1 1/3 cups matzo meal; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cardamom; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 3 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided, plus more; 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 2 large carrots, peeled, thinly sliced; 1 bunch cilantro leaves with tender stems; 2 limes, cut into wedges

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This is a Passover-friendly version of gondi, the Persian Jewish soup dumpling made from chickpea flour and ground chicken. What makes these matzo balls unique are the seasonings: cardamom, turmeric, and lime. Pair this soup with the Sabzi Khordan edible herbs platter and you’ve got a classic Iranian Shabbat meal.

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