One of my favorite culinary Passover traditions is matzo brei: pieces of broken-up matzo mixed with eggs and fried up in oil as little cakes. I grew up eating this deliciousness on a regular basis (not just for Passover), usually on Sunday mornings, as prepared by my Dad. His matzo brei was always particularly crisp, salty, and impossible to resist.
This weekend, as a replacement for traditional Sunday crepes, I prepared a batch of Savory and Spicy Passover Matzo Brei.
Savory and Spicy Passover Matzo Brei
Ingredients
3 eggs
1/2 teaspoon garlic
powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Szechuan pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 scallions, thinly sliced
olive oil for frying
horseradish
Directions
1. Break matzo into 1-inch pieces and set aside.
2. Whisk together eggs with spices.
3. Cover the matzo with warm water and allow to soak for 30 seconds. Squeeze matzo dry.
4. Combine matzo, eggs, and scallions.
5. Heat olive oil in a nonstick pan over medium-high heat.
6. Saute matzo brei about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
Do you have a favorite matzo brei recipe? Please share!
And speaking of matzo, be sure to read The Great Matzo Showdown by Hanna Raskin - I was a part of the testing and tasting panel for the article.
Happy Passover!
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8 comments:
This looks way better than any matzah brei I've ever eaten!
I like your Dad's idea of matzo-brei pancakes! I usually make scrambled-style matzo brei and mix in grated cheese when it's almost ready, then top with salsa and perhaps a dollop of sour cream. Piling caramelized onions on top is another option!
I love how your religion comes to life on the plate. It's been so much fun to read about.
Just found your blog... and I LOVE IT! can't wait to start using your recipes! :)
Welcome! Would love to hear your feedback on the recipes. If you have any questions, comments, don't hesitate to contact me. Thanks!
Ha! I've always defined my religious affiliation as cultural/culinary :)
Oh I've been meaning to answer this! I am loving the idea of salsa and sour cream - and why not guacamole as well? Should make these again soon - still have matzo left :)
Have you made it yourself yet?
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