🇭🇺 Hungarian Cabbage Noodles with Caramelized Cabbage and Onions – Káposztás Tészta

đź§ľ Ingredients:

  • 300 g wide egg noodles (or pasta)
  • 1 small cabbage (about 600–800 g, finely shredded)
  • 1 large onion (thinly sliced)
  • 3 tbsp oil or butter (or a mix)
  • 1–2 tbsp sugar
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

  1. Cook the noodles:
    Boil salted water and cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Prepare the cabbage:
    Sprinkle shredded cabbage with a little salt and let sit for 10–15 minutes. Squeeze out excess moisture.

  1. Caramelize:
    Heat oil or butter in a large pan. Add onions and cook until soft.
  2. Add cabbage and sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 25–30 minutes until the cabbage becomes soft, golden, and slightly caramelized.

  1. Combine:
    Add the cooked noodles to the cabbage mixture.
  2. Season with salt and plenty of black pepper. Mix well and cook for a few more minutes.

🔥 Tips:

  • Don’t rush the cabbage—slow caramelization gives the best flavor
  • Some people like it slightly sweet, others more savory—adjust sugar to taste
  • Can be served as a main dish or side

✨ Simple, comforting, and full of rich caramelized flavor—this classic Hungarian dish is pure homemade goodness!

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