Leek And Ginger Matzo Balls In Lemongrass Consommé

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Ingredients

consommé
  • 2 3 3/4- to 4-pound chickens, quartered
  • 4 whole lemongrass stalks, halved lengthwise, cut into 3-inch pieces
  • 2 celery stalks, cut into 3-inch pieces
  • 2 garlic cloves, peeled, halved
  • Peel of 1 large lime, cut off in strips with vegetable peeler
  • 1/2 large white onion
  • 1 6- to 7-inch piece large leek (white and pale green parts only), halved lengthwise
  • 1 1-inch-long piece fresh ginger, peeled, halved
  • 1 tablespoon (or more) fresh lemon juice
matzo balls
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped leek (white and pale green parts only)
  • 1/3 cup chicken fat (reserved from consommé or purchased), melted, cooled
  • 2 tablespoons chicken broth or club soda
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger
  • Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup unsalted matzo meal
  • Chopped fresh chives

Description

Great For An Elegant Passover Menu.

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