Passover may be over, but chances are your pantry is still packed with boxes of matzo – and honestly, we’re not mad about it. Why? Because it’s Matzo Brei season, and there’s no better way to celebrate a lazy Sunday morning than with this crispy, eggy, golden perfection!
A Little Matzo Brei History
Matzo Brei (pronounced “br-eye”) is the ultimate Jewish comfort food, believed to have roots in Eastern European Jewish communities. After Passover, families often found themselves with more matzo than they knew what to do with — so they got creative! Mixing crushed or broken matzo with eggs and frying it up, they created a dish that’s equal parts nostalgic, versatile, and delicious. Some families like it sweet (hello, cinnamon and sugar!) and some like it savory (bring on the salt and schmaltz!), but no matter how you slice it, Matzo Brei is a post-Passover must.
Simple and Delicious Matzo Brei Recipe
🧺 You’ll Need:
- 4 sheets of matzo
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk or water
- Pinch of salt
- Butter or oil for frying
Optional (for sweet version):
- Cinnamon, sugar, honey, or jam
Optional (for savory version):
- Pepper, chives, cheese, sautéed onions, or smoked salmon
How to Make It:
- Break the matzo into bite-sized pieces into a large bowl.
- Cover with warm water and let sit for about 30 seconds to soften slightly — not mushy! Drain well.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs, milk (or water), and a pinch of salt.
- Add the matzo pieces to the eggs and mix gently to coat.
- Heat a generous amount of butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Pour the matzo mixture into the pan. You can scramble it like soft eggs or cook it like a pancake and flip halfway through!
- Cook until golden brown and slightly crispy.
Serve Hot: Drizzle with honey, dust with powdered sugar, or go savory with a sprinkle of salt and a schmear of sour cream. However you top it, it’s guaranteed to taste like love.
💬 What’s Your Family’s Matzo Brei Style – Sweet or Savory? Tell us!
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