Matzah
Matzah is a thin, crisp flatbread made from just flour and water, baked hot for a shattering crunch and light blistering. This version emphasizes quick mixing, ultra-thin rolling, and even docking for consistent texture. Serve during Passover or anytime you want a snappy, cracker-like bread to pair with spreads, dips, or soup.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook5 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Matzah, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 44 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 40
- Heart Health
- 63
- Metabolic
- 11
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 22
- Performance
- 41
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C). Move an oven rack to the top position. Preheat a heavy baking sheet in the oven.
- 2
Lightly dust a clean work surface and a rolling pin with 1 teaspoon flour, or as needed.
- 3
Place 1 cup flour in a mixing bowl; set a timer for 16 minutes (18 minutes maximum). Start the timer; add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, to the flour and stir with a fork until the dough forms a rough ball.
- 4
Transfer the dough to the prepared work surface; knead rapidly and firmly until smooth, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- 5
Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces; cut each piece in half to make 8 pieces. Quickly roll each piece into a ball. Starting from the center, roll out each piece into a 5-inch round, dusting with flour as needed. Continue to roll each piece out gradually to about 8 inches in diameter, increasing the size by about 1 inch at a time and letting the dough rest for a few seconds between rolls until it reaches the final size. The dough rounds should be very thin.
- 6
Use a fork to quickly pierce each dough round about 25 times all over to prevent rising. Flip the dough over and pierce each piece again 25 times.
- 7
When at least 5 minutes remain on the timer, remove the hot baking sheet from the preheated oven and place the dough rounds onto it.
- 8
Bake on the top rack in the preheated oven for 2 minutes; flip the matzah and bake until lightly browned and crisp, about 2 more minutes.
- 9
Transfer to a wire rack to cool. Lightly brush each matzah with olive oil. Season generously with salt.
- Calories 8.05 kcal Low Source 0%
- Protein 0.12 g Low Source 0%
- Carbohydrate 0.72 g 0%
- Total Fat 0.56 g Low Source 1%
- Saturated Fat 0.09 g Low Source 0%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.15 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 2.41 mg Low Source 0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.22 g Low Source 1%
- Total Sugars 0.44 g --
- Added Sugars 0.41 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 0.53 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.02 mg Low Source 0%
- Potassium 2.6 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Matzah is made with 4 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 20 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Non Iodized Salt, Olive Oil, and Water. Each serving provides about 8.05 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Matzah made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Non-Iodized Salt, Olive Oil, Water. The full list of 4 is above.
- How long does it take to make Matzah?
- About 20 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 5 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 8.05 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Matzah easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 4 ingredients and 9 steps.
- Is Matzah healthy?
- Matzah has an easyChef Pro health score of 42/100. Per serving, it provides 8.05 calories and 0.12 g of protein, or 0% of the Daily Value. It contains Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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