Ahhh yes 😍🥬 Káposztás Tészta—Hungary’s cozy, simple, and utterly delicious cabbage pasta! Soft noodles, sautéed cabbage, and a touch of paprika make it perfect for a comforting meal. Here’s a traditional recipe:
🇭🇺 Cabbage Pasta (Káposztás Tészta)
Ingredients
300 g pasta (egg noodles or tagliatelle)
1 small head of cabbage (about 500 g), thinly sliced
2 tbsp oil or butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 tsp sweet Hungarian paprika
½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
¼ tsp black pepper
1 tsp sugar (optional, balances cabbage)
Sour cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
Cook the pasta Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sauté the cabbage Heat oil or butter in a large skillet. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Add sliced cabbage, salt, pepper, and sugar. Sauté over medium heat 10–15 minutes until cabbage is soft and slightly golden.
Add paprika Remove skillet from heat, stir in paprika quickly so it doesn’t burn. Return to heat briefly and mix well.
Combine with pasta Add cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together until evenly coated. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve Serve warm, optionally topped with a dollop of sour cream.
Tips & Tricks ✨
For extra richness, add a small amount of bacon or smoked sausage
Use savoy cabbage for a sweeter, tender result
Can sprinkle fresh parsley for color and freshness
If you want, I can also make a quick 15-min version or a viral Facebook-style post for this Hungarian comfort classic 😄.
