🇭🇺 Lecsó – Hungarian Pepper-Tomato Stew

Yes! Lecsó is one of Hungary’s most beloved rustic dishes — a vibrant, hearty pepper and tomato stew that’s kind of a cousin to ratatouille or shakshuka. It’s simple, satisfying, and full of summer flavor — and as The Bossy Kitchen would say: authentically Hungarian and deeply nostalgic. 🇭🇺🍅🌶️

Here’s a traditional version of Lecsó (Hungarian Pepper-Tomato Stew):

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🇭🇺 Lecsó – Hungarian Pepper-Tomato Stew

🥘 Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp sunflower oil or lard
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 1.5 lbs (700g) Hungarian sweet wax peppers (or banana peppers), sliced
• 1 lb (450g) ripe tomatoes, chopped
• 1 tsp Hungarian sweet paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: smoked sausage, eggs, or rice