Classic matzo Brei
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Classic matzo Brei
Description
This recipe starts by soaking matzo sheets briefly in water to soften them, then breaking them into pieces about 1-2 inches in size. The matzo is combined with beaten eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and optional Dijon mustard or paprika. The mixture is cooked in a skillet with butter or oil, with optional sautéed onions and mushrooms added before the matzo and egg mixture.
The cooking process involves stirring constantly until the eggs set, resulting in soft, scrambled-textured matzo brei with occasional crispy edges. Adding spinach during cooking introduces freshness and color. This dish balances egg richness with the neutral, slightly toasted flavor of matzo and any savory vegetables included.
Classic matzo brei is best served warm, suited to Jewish holiday meals or everyday comfort food. It can be customized with different spices and vegetables according to preference, making it a versatile, satisfying dish for those observing dietary customs or seeking a hearty egg dish.
Ingredients
- 2 matzo sheets regular, gluten free or 2 large homemade matzah crackers
- 3 egg
- 2 tablespoon milk
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard optional, or 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons butter you can also use Earth Balance or olive oil, for frying
- onion optional, thinly slivered or thin ribbons of fresh
- mushrooms
- spinach
Instructions
- Run matzo under a tap of running water for 30 seconds. Alternatively, fill a large bowl or casserole dish with cold water and submerge the matzo crackers in it for 20-30 seconds (if using gluten-free matzo, 20 seconds are enough).
- Break matzo into small pieces or about 1-2 inches. Transfer to a large bowl or casserole dish.
- In a small bowl, beat eggs thoroughly. Add milk, salt and pepper, and mustard/ paprika (if using), and mix well to combine.
- Pour the egg mixture on top of the matzo pieces. Mix well to combine.
- Set a skillet to medium-high heat. Melt butter, Earth Balance, or olive oil.
- OPTIONAL: If using onions, mushrooms, or any other mix-ins, add them to the skillet first and fry for 10 minutes, until the onions change colour (if using spinach, do not add it yet).
- Add matzos and egg mixture to the pan, and mix well. Cook, stirring constantly, until the eggs are set, about 2-3 minutes (if using spinach, add along with egg mixture).
- Taste and correct seasonings, topping with more salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve matzo brei with your favorite toppings, like sour cream or apple sauce.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 157 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 157kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 139mg | 46% |
| Sodium | 95mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 74mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 365IU | 7% |
| Calcium | 31mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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