Your Passover meal isn’t complete without matzo brei.
It features lightly caramelized onions and sweet apples cooked in plenty of butter.
This step is similar to soaking bread in egg batter forFrench toast.
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Learn how to make matzo brei.
Matzo is widely available in grocery stores and supermarkets around the country.
During Passover, be sure to check that the matzo is Kosher for Passover.
But it can just as easily work as a weekday lunch or early supper.
It can also be enjoyed year-round, not just during the Jewish holiday.
Similar tolatkesor potato pancakes, matzo brei is often accompanied by a side of applesauce and/or sour cream.
The sweet and sour accompaniments add an extra little zing to the dish.
Serve it with a bitter green salad or simple medley of fresh herbs lightly dressed in a mustard vinaigrette.
How To Store Matzo Brei
Matzo brei is best when served fresh.
If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container.
When you want to eat them, reheat the leftovers in a pan with a bit of butter.
and full matzo sheet.
Let stand while preparing onion and apple.
Add onion; cook, stirring often, until softened and beginning to brown, about 20 minutes.
During the last 10 minutes of cooking, sprinkle with sugar, and stir in apple slices.
Divide evenly among 2 plates, and top with chives.
