Matzah in 10 Minutes

Everything Jewish - 10 Minutes at a Time · Feb 19, 2026 · 8m

In this episode, we crunch our way into the iconic world of matzah—the humble, unleavened cracker that somehow manages to be a symbol of freedom, a halachic marathon, and the world's most divisive Passover food all at once. We'll explore where matzah comes from, why it has to be made at lightning speed, and how a simple mix of flour and water became a ritual, a memory, and sometimes a culinary challenge. From handmade shmurah rounds to the supermarket square stuff, we'll break down the history, the law, and the culture behind Judaism's crispiest mitzvah. Grab a bite—carefully—and join us.