Matzo Brei
- 5m Prep Time
- 10m Cook Time
- 15m Ready In
1 serving If making a large quantity for a crowd, use two pans and keep the cooked matzo brei warm in a 200°F oven.
Ingredients
- 2 unsalted matzos
- 1 large egg, well beaten in a medium bowl
- Pinch of salt
- ⅛ inch vegetable oil or chicken fat
- 1 (Cinnamon Sugar) (opens in new tab)
Let's Prepare
Collect
Gather these ingredients — no prep needed yet.
- 2 unsalted matzos
- 1 large egg, well beaten in a medium bowl
- Pinch of salt
- ⅛ inch vegetable oil or chicken fat
- 1 (Cinnamon Sugar)
Let's Cook
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Step 1.
For each serving, use: 2 unsalted matzos; 1 large egg, well beaten in a medium bowl
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Step 2.
Hold the matzos briefly under hot running water to wet both sides without making them soggy. Drain and tear into 2 ½- to 3-inch pieces and add to the beaten egg. Stir to coat the matzo. Season with: Pinch of salt
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Step 3.
Heat in a large skillet: ⅛ inch vegetable oil or chicken fat
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Step 4.
Using a large spoon or spatula, spread the matzo mixture in the skillet in a very thin layer. Cook, turning the pieces as they brown, until medium-brown and crispy. Serve warm, passing the salt shaker or: (Cinnamon Sugar)