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Matzo Brei

SUBMITTED BY: Janice Weisberger  PHOTO BY: Chef4Six 

"Matzo and egg fried together. This traditional dish is great anytime, but everyone really looks forward to Matzo Brei during Passover! Serve with sugar or jelly."

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 matzo cracker
  • 1 egg
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil

What to Drink?
Wine Sparkling wine

DIRECTIONS

  1. Take the matzo and break into small pieces into a bowl. Cover with hot water for a minute. Then squeeze out the water.
  2. In a small bowl, beat one egg with salt and pepper to taste and add to matzo. Mix well.
  3. Heat frying pan with a little oil. Pour mixture into the pan. Brown one side and turn over.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.19 star rating.
Reviewed on apr. 3, 2003 by Rebslo 
A great jewish favorite. As written this is just OK. I would make a few suggestions...use... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.19 star rating.
Reviewed on sep. 20, 2006 by Dee Joseph 
I sauteed a little onion in butter, rather than oil, and added the matzo brei mixture when the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.19 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 3, 2004 by Cassi 
I made this like a french toast and added vanilla and cinnamon and served with syrup. I am... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.19 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 10, 2008 by Megan Blumenthal 
This recipe is great with tweaking. My Dad used to make this a lot for us growing up. Really... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.19 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 14, 2007 by AWO 
I had only had matzo brei with unsoaked matzo. This was a nice variation. Good with maple syrup. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.19 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 8, 2004 by ALBANYMOM 
Always a favorite in our home. I like to double the recipe, add 2 Tbs wheat germ and 1/2 tsp... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.19 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 7, 2003 by OCTOBERFEST 
Make sure not to crush the Mazto too small, leave pieces bite size or bigger. I always make... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.19 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 16, 2005 by 2Yung2Cook 
Whenever i make matzo brei, i cook it in either butter or butter flavored Pam, and serve it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.19 star rating.
Reviewed on feb. 22, 2003 by THATGUY 
i would omit the oil for a higher rating. also, i suggest kosher matzo. i didnt try it w/... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.19 star rating.
Reviewed on feb. 22, 2003 by DRGGRAYSON 
Very quick and easy. As this is "Matzo French toast" it also goes well with maple syrup or... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Matzo Brei

Servings Per Recipe: 1

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 222

  • Total Fat: 9.6g
  • Cholesterol: 212mg
  • Sodium: 70mg
  • Total Carbs: 24.4g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 9.3g

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