Grain Product, Thickener | Vegetarian Low Fat

Matzo Meal

Triticum aestivum Allergens: Wheat
Matzo Meal

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Poaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Ashkenazi Jewish
  • Seasonality Year-Round (high demand around Passover)
  • Source Wheat flour

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Matzo Meal ?

Ground matzo (unleavened bread) used in Jewish cuisine, primarily for thickening and binding, often in dishes like matzo balls.

"The Culinary Cornerstone of Passover"

Quel goût a le/la/l'Matzo Meal ?

Mild, neutral, slightly toasty, cracker-like

Taste
Neutral, Starchy, Slightly Toasted
Texture
Fine powder, Absorbent
Aroma
Mild, Bready
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Key Characteristic

Unleavened (no yeast)

Primary Use

Matzo balls, breading, binders

Usage Tip

Absorbs liquids readily

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 30g
Calories386 kcal
Total Fat1.5 g
Saturated Fat0.3 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein13.9 g
Total Carbohydrate79.5 g
Dietary Fiber3.8 g
Total Sugars0.8 g
Calcium20 mg
Iron3.5 mg
Potassium140 mg

Le secret du chef

For light and fluffy matzo balls, avoid overmixing the batter and let it chill sufficiently before cooking.

Substituts & Proportions pour Matzo Meal

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Matzo Meal est Breadcrumbs, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Good for binding and coating, but not suitable for Passover due to leavening.

Substituts pour Matzo Meal avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Breadcrumbs Meilleur 1:1 Good for binding and coating, but not suitable for Passover due to leavening.
Cracker Meal 1:1 Similar texture and binding properties, good for breading or meatballs.
Plain Flour 1:1 Provides binding and thickening, but has less texture; not Passover-friendly.
Potato Starch 1:2 (meal to starch) Excellent for thickening and gluten-free, but lacks texture and flavor of matzo meal.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Matzo Meal

Often found in the kosher section of grocery stores, especially around Passover.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Matzo Meal ?

  • Chicken soup
  • eggs
  • ground meat
  • vegetables
  • gravies.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Matzo Meal ?

Mild, neutral, slightly toasty, cracker-like Mild, Bready

Quel est un bon substitut pour Matzo Meal ?

Le meilleur substitut est Breadcrumbs (1:1). Good for binding and coating, but not suitable for Passover due to leavening.

Comment choisir et conserver le Matzo Meal ?

Often found in the kosher section of grocery stores, especially around Passover.

Recettes utilisant le/la/l'Matzo Meal

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Always Perfect Sweet And Sour Meatballs

Rescue your next dinner emergency with this incredibly versatile sweet and sour meatballs recipe! Perfect for unexpected guests, picky eaters, or even a family-wide hunger strike, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser. So popular, it's often requested by out-of-town visitors and even requested as a wedding gift (alongside a traditional one, of course!). Easily doubled, tripled, or frozen for later, this recipe is endlessly adaptable – explore the variations below! From simple weeknight dinners to impressive gatherings, these meatballs are your new go-to.

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Potatoes Time To Make 60 Minutes Or Less Low Fat

Annice's Potato And Mushroom Croquettes For Passover

A treasured family recipe from Annice Grinberg! These crispy potato and mushroom croquettes are a delicious and surprisingly easy Passover side dish. Perfect for your Seder or any festive meal, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Learn the secrets to perfectly golden, flavorful croquettes – a recipe passed down through generations and now shared with you!

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