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matzo brei

American  
[brahy] / braɪ /

noun

Jewish Cooking.
  1. small pieces of matzo soaked in water, mixed with beaten eggs, and fried.


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When I think about matzo, I think of matzo brei, a simple concoction of matzo, eggs, butter, salt and pepper that my mother would make year-round.

From New York Times Mar. 30, 2020

Made from only flour and water, the result is hard and bland — perfect as a base for matzo brei or a Hillel sandwich, but not so delicious for snacking on its own.

From New York Times Mar. 30, 2020

I didn’t realize it as a child, but like so many sautéed and fried things, matzo brei goes beautifully with sparkling wine.

From New York Times Mar. 30, 2020

Celebrate asparagus season by preparing some Italian-style, take sloppy joes to another level with these Korean-inspired steps, or try this version of matzo brei that might be better than your mother’s.

From New York Times Apr. 26, 2016

The problem is that even the most wide-ranging food guru spends most of his or her time eating matzo brei.

From Time Aug. 24, 2010

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