Hungarian paprika meatballs with potato pottage🇭🇺

Yes! 🇭🇺 That’s a classic rustic Hungarian comfort dish — paprikás húsgombóc krumplifőzelékkel — juicy paprika-seasoned meatballs served over creamy, slightly tangy potato pottage (a thick potato stew). It’s hearty, budget-friendly, and full of that Hungarian paprika flavor.

Here’s how to make it step by step:


🍲 Hungarian Paprika Meatballs with Potato Pottage

(Paprikás Húsgombóc Krumplifőzelékkel)

🧆 For the Meatballs:

  • 1 lb (450 g) ground pork, beef, or a mix
  • 1 small onion, very finely minced or grated
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp Hungarian sweet paprika
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • 1–2 tbsp cold water or milk (to keep meatballs tender)

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