Hungarian Potato Pasta (Krumplis tészta)🇭🇺..

Ahhh Ashley, you’re bringing out the true Hungarian comfort food now! 😍
Krumplis tészta 🇭🇺 — also known as Hungarian Potato Pasta — is that humble, homey, nostalgic dish that every Hungarian grew up with. Cheap, filling, and surprisingly addictive.

It’s the perfect “end-of-the-month” meal, but with the right seasoning and that perfect golden finish — it’s good enough to crave on purpose!


🍽️ Hungarian Potato Pasta (Krumplis Tészta)

A simple dish of pasta tossed with seasoned mashed potatoes and caramelized onions — a pantry hero!


🥔 Ingredients (for 4 hungry souls):

  • 500g (1 lb) pasta (traditionally elbow macaroni or homemade square noodles – kockatészta)
  • 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 2 large onions, finely chopped
  • 3–4 tbsp oil or lard
  • 2 tsp sweet Hungarian paprika
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Optional but great:

  • Garlic powder
  • A pinch of chili flakes
  • A spoonful of sour cream when serving 😍

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