Matzo \"salad\"

10 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
10Matzos
4tablespoonsChicken fat
1Red pepper; finely diced
1Cucumber; finely diced
2teaspoonsCapers; optional
1bunchChives; finely chopped
Salt and pepper; to taste

Directions

Run a rolling pin over matzos to break up into small pieces no larger than ¼".

Cook over medium-high head in a dry saute pan or toast in a 300F oven for 10 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.

Heat the chicken fat in a saucepan and add cucumbers and peppers. Cook 1 min over medium heat. Turn off the heat and add capers, if using, and chives. Toss in a mixing bowl with the toasted matzo. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve at room temperature or slightly warm.

Serving Ideas : Serve with Stringed Beef Brisket Recipe by: : From _The Jewish Holiday Kitchen_ by Joan Nathan.

Posted to JEWISH-FOOD digest Volume 98 #005 by lisamontag@... (Lisa Montag) on Jan 4, 1998