Matzo Brei Recipe

Name: Matzo Brei
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 pieces matzo, preferably Manischewitz brand; 2 cups milk; 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 tablespoon white sugar; Zest of 1/4 orange; Zest of 1/4 lemon; 1/4 cup almond flour; 1/8 cup matzo meal; 2 eggs; 1/4 teaspoon orange blossom water; 3/4 teaspoon pomegranate molasses; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1 cup whipped egg whites at stiff peaks (from about 3 eggs); Canola oil, as needed

Servings: persons

5 pieces matzo, preferably Manischewitz brand
2 cups milk
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon white sugar
Zest of 1/4 orange
Zest of 1/4 lemon
1/4 cup almond flour
1/8 cup matzo meal
2 eggs
1/4 teaspoon orange blossom water
3/4 teaspoon pomegranate molasses
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup whipped egg whites at stiff peaks (from about 3 eggs)
Canola oil, as needed

1
Soak the matzo in the milk for 15 minutes. Break up into 1-inch pieces with your fingers -they will be random shapes, which is okay. Squeeze the excess milk from the matzo.
2
Take the drained matzo and put into a mixing bowl. Discard the milk.
3
Add the remaining ingredients except the whipped egg whites and the oil. Fold egg whites in last, right before you are cooking the matzo brei, so that they remain light in texture.
4
Heat a large cast-iron pan or nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add a light amount of canola oil in order to cover the bottom of the pan.
5
When the oil is hot, use an ice cream scoop or ladle to drop about 2 ounces of mixture into the oil.
6
Cook until golden brown on each side and cooked throughout, approximately 4 minutes.

434

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 pieces matzo, preferably Manischewitz brand, 2 cups milk, 3 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon white sugar, and more.

Yes, Matzo Brei falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Matzo Brei

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Variations & substitutions

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