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Matzoh Brei Recipe 🍳
Description: Matzoh brei is a traditional dish often enjoyed during the Jewish holiday Passover, but it’s so delicious that it deserves a spot on your year-round menu. This recipe yields a savory matzoh brei that’s quick and easy to make. The addition of onion powder adds extra flavor, but it’s optional if you prefer a simpler taste.
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 2
- Calories per serving: 257.9
- Dietary Considerations: Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Kosher
- Keywords: Breakfast, Lunch/Snacks, European, < 15 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
Ingredients:
Quantity | Ingredient |
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– | Onion powder (optional) |
4 | Matzoh sheets |
4 | Egg whites |
1/2 tsp | Salt |
1/4 tsp | Black pepper |
1/8 tsp | Cooking spray or oil |
Instructions:
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Prepare Skillet:
- Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray.
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Heat Skillet:
- Heat the skillet over medium-high heat until very hot.
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Prepare Matzoh Mixture:
- Meanwhile, moisten the matzoh sheets with cold water and then crumble them into a bowl.
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Season Eggs:
- To the crumbled matzoh, add the egg whites and seasonings (salt, black pepper, and optional onion powder).
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Cooking the Brei:
- Spoon half of the matzoh mixture into the hot skillet, spreading it out to form a large “pancake.”
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Brown the Bottom:
- Allow the bottom to brown, then carefully flip the brei to brown the other side.
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Repeat:
- If necessary, reapply cooking spray or oil to the skillet, then repeat the process with the remaining matzoh mixture.
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Serve Warm:
- Once both sides are nicely browned, transfer the matzoh brei to a plate and serve warm.
Nutrition Information:
- Calories: 257.9 per serving
- Fat: 0.9g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 401.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 47.9g
- Fiber: 1.8g
- Sugar: 0.8g
- Protein: 12.9g
Enjoy this delightful matzoh brei for breakfast, brunch, or a quick and satisfying snack any time of the year! Its simplicity, combined with its comforting flavors, will surely make it a favorite in your household. 🌟