|
Passover Questions & Answers
Is there a good wine that can be served at Passover? We are going to a friend's house for
dinner, and would like to take a wine. Also, where can I find information on "kosher"?
I liked your suggestion of using baking soda in the preparation of
potatoes for a kugel to prevent potatoes from darkening in color.
However, am I not correct in thinking baking soda is a "leaven" and
therefore not allowed in cooking of passover dishes? If it is
allowable, how much should be used for approximately 8-10 grated
potatoes?
Are wild rice and wehani acceptable for Ashkenazic Jews during
Passover? Usually they are technically classified as "grasses" and as
different from rice, but I'm not sure how Judaism classifies them.
In the Apple Crisp#1 Recipe, what is mandelbread crumbs, where can you
find them and is there a substitute ingredient?
Is Canola Oil OK to use on Passover?
What Kind of fish is the best to prepare "Gefilte fish"? In my country, Mexico
I use "Robalo". I can not find it here.
Marcy - I just printed your recipe for caramel
matzoh crunch and it looks great. One question... what is baking parchment?
Can I get it at a grocery store or at a specialty store like William Sonoma?
How about a couple of basic, not too many unusual ingredients---chicken recipes--that
might appeal kids? Is there a Passover BBQ sauce recipe someone can share?
I would like some hints as to how i may keep potatoes from getting dark
while preparing potato kugel? I do keep potatoes in ice water but
discoloration occurs during processing (grating) of the potatoes.
I understand that Quinoa is Kosher le Pesach, but can I use buckwheat during Pesach? I am
Askenazi and do not eat wheat, therefore I am hoping that buckwheat is acceptable as it is
from a grass rather than a cereal.
Could you tell me if Gatorade lemon/lime is kosher for passover?
I have several recipes that require confectioner's
sugar. All other ingredients are available in the
Kosher for Passover form. Does anyone make
confectioner's sugar "Kosher for Passover" or does
the cornstarch in it make that impossible?
I have a friend in Sooke (Victoria island) BC
Canada. She needs Matzot. where can she get them
on time? Is there a kosher shop in Victoria or
Vancouver?
We are not jewish, but think it is very important
to teach our children about other cultures.
Accordingly, we are teaching about judeism to the
best of our abilites. For us that means teaching
and sampling the food of a culture as well.
My wife would like to know what is matzo meal and
where can she obtain some?
Q: Is there a good wine that can be served at Passover? We are going to a friend's house for dinner, and would like to take a wine. Also, where can I find information on "kosher"?
A: Hope this is not too late re: kosher wines for your Seder. Here are some web sites that speak about kosher wines for Passover: Q: Dear Marcy: Thank you for your prompt response and suggestions. I liked your suggestion of using baking soda in the preparation of potatoes for a kugel to prevent potatoes from darkening in color. However, am I not correct in thinking baking soda is a "leaven" and therefore not allowed in cooking of passover dishes? if it is allowable, how much should be used for approximately 8-10 grated potatoes. thanks again
A: You're right - baking soda, the usual trick for keeping potatoes pristeen, would not be suitable at Passover -(at Chanukah, other times, a good option). So, if you are making potato kugel and choose baking soda (for other times or if you choose to use it as Passover - actually it will not be a leavening agent in the potatoes but...), use about 2-3 teaspoons. Also, change your water (but I feel you loose alot of taste that way too). Q: Are wild rice and wehani acceptable for Ashkenazic Jews during Passover? Usually they are technically classified as "grasses" and as different from rice, but I'm not sure how Judaism classifies them. Thank you.
A: Although wild rice and wehani are classified as "grasses" botanically, it would seem that they, much like quinoa, buckwheat (see previous question that refers to these), resemble cereal grains. That being the case, usually they would not be found or served on the Passover table. Q: In the Apple Crisp#1 Recipe, what is mandelbread crumbs, where can you find them and is there a substitute ingredient? Thanks
A: The Apple Crisp #1 Recips is not one of mine but I presume the contributor is referring to a packaged, Passover variety of mandelbrot. Q: Is Canola Oil OK to use on Passover?
A: As far as I know, canola oil is made from rape seed and seeds, as grains, are not served as Passover. Vegetable oils, since they are often blended oils (there could be corn oil in it) are also not kosher for Passover. Q: What Kind of fish is the best to prepare "Gefilte fish"? In my country, Mexico I use "Robalo". I can not find it here.Could you also send me the recipe? Thanks.
A: According to my mother-in-law, Shirley Posluns, this Sweet Style Gefilte Fish recipe is sweeter than most - and to me, more flavorful. Because it is a touch sweet, you can use tons of horseradish on it - and the flavor balance will be perfect. She likes this combination of fish and recommends that the whiter the fish, the prettier and sweeter the resultant gefilte fish. Names in regions for fish, as well as available varieties might vary. Just tell your fishmonger what you are making and what style fish the recipe calls for, and he can make suggestions or substitutions. Q: Marcy - I just printed your recipe for caramel matzoh crunch and it looks great. One question... what is baking parchment? Can I get it at a grocery store or at a specialty store like William Sonoma?
A: The telephone number of Sweet Celebrations (for parchment paper, et al) 1-800-328-6722 or in Minnesota - 612 943-1688. Another source is King Aurthur Flour Baker's Catalogue at 1-800-827-6836. Q: How about a couple of basic, not too many unusual ingredients---chicken recipes--that might appeal kids? Is there a Passover BBQ sauce recipe someone can share?
A: I've included online recipes for a homemade barbecue sauce and a Passover Chicken Coating which kids might enjoy. Q: I would like some hints as to how i may keep potatoes from getting dark while preparing potato kugel? I do keep potatoes in ice water but discoloration occurs during processing (grating) of the potatoes.
A: For incredible potato kugel and come Chanukah, the best latkes you will ever have do this: Q: I understand that Quinoa is Kosher le Pesach, but can I use buckwheat during Pesach? I am Askenazi and do not eat wheat, therefore I am hoping that buckwheat is acceptable as it is from a grass rather than a cereal.
A: Technically, quinoa and buckwheat are not grains. According to Bert Green The Grains Cookbook, quinoa is part of a herb family. Buckwheat is related, distantly, to the rhubarb family, and is usually referred to as groats (verus grain). While neither one is technically a grain or cereal grain, overall, they are in the style and genre of cereal grains, such as wheat, corn, etc. which are not permitted at Passover. Q: Could you tell me if Gatorade lemon/lime is kosher for passover?
A: I do not know if Gatorade is kosher or if it is, if it is produced "kosher-for-Passover", or if lemom-lime is a variety that would pose further complications. I do not often use Gatorade in recipe development however, I suspect, that it might contain fruit sugars in the form of corn syrup derivatives. To be sure, you must contact the manufacturer of the product and ask them directly. I am sure they will be happy to furnish you with the information you require. Q: I have several recipes that require confectioner's sugar. All other ingredients are available in the Kosher for Passover form. Does anyone make confectioner's sugar "Kosher for Passover" or does the cornstarch in it make that impossible? Thank you.
A: Regular icing or confectioners' sugar is indeed, not permitted for Passover as, as you mention, it contains cornstarch in it (corn being one of the grains not consumed during the holiday). Q: I have a friend in Sooke (Victoria island) BC Canada. She needs Matzot. where can she get them on time? Is there a kosher shop in Victoria or Vancouver?
A: Two companies may be able to help you with finding a distributor or retailer near your friend - Q: We are not jewish, but think it is very important to teach our children about other cultures. Accordingly, we are teaching about judeism to the best of our abilites. For us that means teaching and sampling the food of a culture as well. My wife would like to know what is matzo meal and where can she obtain some?
A: I think it is really nice you want to broaden your children's experiences. |