Asparagus And Caramelized Onion Matzoh Farfel Recipe

A vibrant spring Passover side dish from renowned chef Anne Rosenzweig! This recipe features tender asparagus and sweet caramelized onions tossed with perfectly toasted matzoh farfel. A delicious and elegant addition to your holiday table, this dish is surprisingly easy to make.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 178 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 3.0 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Asparagus And Caramelized Onion Matzoh Farfel

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large Spanish onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced (white and light green parts separated from dark green)
  • 1 tablespoon coarse salt (for asparagus water), plus more to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 lb asparagus, trimmed
  • 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 (10 ounce) box matzoh farfel
  • 1 1/2 cups hot chicken stock

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How to Make Asparagus And Caramelized Onion Matzoh Farfel

  1. Heat the olive oil or chicken fat in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the thinly sliced onion, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for approximately 15 minutes, stirring frequently, until caramelized and deeply golden brown.
  3. Add the white and light green parts of the scallions and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Stir in the chopped dark green parts of the scallions, remove from heat, and set aside to cool slightly.
  5. Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil (add 1 tablespoon of coarse salt to the water).
  6. Add the trimmed asparagus and blanch for 1 minute, until bright green and crisp-tender.
  7. Immediately transfer the asparagus to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process and retain its vibrant color. Once cool, drain thoroughly.
  8. Add the blanched asparagus to the caramelized onion mixture.
  9. In a separate large skillet, whisk together the lightly beaten eggs and matzoh farfel.
  10. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the farfel is lightly toasted and dry, about 5-7 minutes.
  11. Stir in the asparagus and onion mixture and half of the chicken or vegetable stock.
  12. Continue to stir until the liquid is absorbed. Add the remaining stock and cook until the farfel is just juicy, about 2-3 minutes.
  13. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  14. Serve immediately as a delicious Passover side dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

8g

Carbs

6g

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