Matzo frittata is a versatile and delicious brunch or dinner dish that can be tailored to your individual taste. It is a simple yet flavorful dish made with matzo, eggs, and a variety of vegetables, cheeses, and herbs. The matzo adds a unique texture and flavor to the frittata, while the eggs provide structure and richness. The vegetables, cheeses, and herbs add a variety of flavors and textures, making this dish a satisfying and enjoyable meal.
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MATZO FRITTATA
This savory matzo brei, loaded with caramelized onions and mushrooms, is made like a frittata that you cut into wedges. While commonly eaten for breakfast during Passover, this one serves as a substantial side dish. Leftovers make a nice brunch or lunch, especially with a green salad. The key to a good matzo brei is soaking the matzo just enough to retain a little bit of chew, but not so much that it becomes soggy. Here, the matzo is submerged in boiling water for one minute to soften. If keeping kosher and making this for a dairy meal, use a tablespoon of butter instead of oil for extra flavor.
Provided by Susan Spungen
Categories breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch, breads, appetizer, main course, side dish
Time 1h15m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400 degrees. Heat a 12-inch nonstick ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 1/2 tablespoons oil and then the onion. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until very well browned and starting to caramelize, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Add 3/4 cup water, stirring the onion and scraping the pan. Reduce the heat to medium and cook, covered, until very soft and golden, about 20 minutes more, stirring occasionally. Stir in 2 tablespoons water, then scrape the onion into a bowl.
- Bring a large kettle or saucepan of water to a boil. Meanwhile, return the skillet to medium-high heat (no need to wash). Add 1 1/2 tablespoons oil, then the mushrooms. Season with the rosemary, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir in a little water, scraping up any bits in the pan, let it evaporate and transfer to the bowl with the onions. Rinse the pan.
- Place the matzo in a colander set inside a large bowl. Pour in the boiling water and let sit for 1 minute. Pull the colander out of the water and let drain.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs well and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add the mushroom mixture, the softened matzo and the parsley and stir very thoroughly.
- Heat the rinsed skillet over medium-high heat. Heat the remaining tablespoon oil and then pour in the matzo mixture and smooth the top. Cook, undisturbed, until firm on bottom and edges, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to the oven and cook until set in the middle and golden brown on top, 12 to 15 minutes. (If desired, broil for 1 to 2 minutes to brown the top.) Loosen from pan if needed with a rubber spatula and slide onto a cutting board or plate. Sprinkle lightly with salt and cut into wedges to serve.
MATZO BREI
Steps:
- For the caramelized onions: Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and toss to coat with the oil. Cover and slowly cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- For the matzo brei: Heat the oil in a saute pan over medium heat. Add the salami and fry for 3 minutes. Soak the matzo sheets in water for 15 seconds, crumble them with your fingers and add them to the salami. Add the caramelized onions and toss with the salami and matzo. Cook for an additional 3 minutes. Add the beaten eggs and cook until the eggs are cooked through, about 5 minutes.
- Plate with a side of maple syrup if desired.
PASSOVER SPINACH FRITATTA
An easy Passover lunch. Serve with a salad on the side.
Provided by NIBLETS
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Eggs Frittata Recipes
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat the spinach in a saucepan with 1/2 cup of water, until completely thawed. Strain the spinach, reserving half the amount of liquid.
- Crumble the matzo into a medium-size mixing bowl and pour the spinach and the remaining liquid over them. Mix thoroughly until the matzo are softened. Add the Parmesan, eggs, salt, nutmeg and pepper.
- Heat the margarine in a 12 inch skillet and add the spinach mixture. Cook on medium heat, uncovered for 5 minutes on each side. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.2 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Cholesterol 281.5 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 19.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 366.3 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
TOMATO FRITTATA
You say tomato, I say Frittata. Tomatoes are so good for you. I found this recipe in a WebMD magazine at my Dr's office.
Provided by Barb G.
Categories Breakfast
Time 40m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a 9-inch non-stick skillet, cook the onion and bell pepper with salt and pepper to taste in 2 teaspoons of olive oil over medium heat, stirring often, until onion and pepper is tender, about 3 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, beat or whisk together the eggs, egg substitute, and cheese; add the bell pepper mixture and whisk together until well combined.
- Spray the 9-inch skillet with cooking spray ,start heating the skillet again over mediun heat until hot and quickly pour in the egg mixture, distributing the bell pepper and onion evenly.
- While it begins to cook, arrange tomato slices decoratively on the top, then sprinkle the 1/2 teaspoon of Italian seasoning on top; Cover skillet and cook( WITHOUT stirring) for about 6 minutes, or until the frittata is set and the bottom is nicely brown.
- If desired, broil the frittata under a preheated broiler, about 4-inches from the heat, for 2 minutes to lightly brown the top; let cool in skillet for 5 minutes; slide the frittata onto a serving plate, cut into wedges and serve it warm or at room temperature.
MATZO CAKE
Another one of my mother's recipe. She makes this every year for Passover, but I suppose you can make this for after Passover if you've got plenty of matzo's left and don't know what to do with them. And they're extremely easy to make as there is no cooking time. Only prep time is involved.
Provided by Studentchef
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 8m
Yield 24 squares
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cream the butter and egg together. Add the cocoa and sugar and mix well.
- Slightly wet the matzo's. Add a couple of tablespoons of the mixture on to one matzo. Repeat three more times and stack the matzo's in order to get four layers. Cut them into squares.
- Do the same with the last two matzo's (there won't be enough spread for 8 whole matzo's). After cutting the matzo's stack two squares at a time in order to get four layers. No refrigeration is required before serving, but it is better to refrigerate any leftovers if you want them later.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 47.1, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 17.9, Sodium 37.1, Carbohydrate 2.6, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1.6, Protein 0.7
MATZO BREI
Matzo brei (pronounced like fry) is one of the few dishes from my childhood that I'll never outgrow. The dampened shards of matzo mixed with beaten eggs and milk and then cooked in butter will never go out of style. I like to serve this matzo brei recipe in one big piece, but you can also scramble the mixture. -Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Breakfast
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Coarsely crumble matzo crackers into a fine mesh sieve set over a large bowl; reserve crumbs in bowl. Place sieve under cold running water until matzo is softened, about 15 seconds; drain. Stir softened matzo, eggs, milk, crumbs and salt until combined. , Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add half of the matzo mixture. Cook, without stirring, until bottom is golden brown, 3-4 minutes; flip. Cook until bottom is golden brown and eggs are cooked through, 3-4 minutes. Transfer to platter. Repeat with remaining butter and matzo mixture. Serve hot with maple syrup if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 210mg cholesterol, Sodium 319mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 11g protein.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly affect the taste of your matzo frittata. Use fresh, organic eggs, high-quality cheese, and flavorful vegetables.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the frittata, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the frittata from cooking evenly.
- Cook the frittata over medium heat: Cooking the frittata over medium heat will help it cook evenly and prevent the bottom from burning.
- Don't overcook the frittata: Overcooking the frittata will make it dry and tough. Cook it until the center is just set.
- Let the frittata cool before slicing: Allow the frittata to cool for a few minutes before slicing. This will help it hold its shape.
Conclusion:
The matzo frittata is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is a great way to use up leftover matzo and is a perfect meal for Passover. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, the matzo frittata is a great option for busy weeknights or special occasions.
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