Hungarian Layered Cauliflower – Rakott Karfiol🇭🇺

Perfect choice, Ashley! 🇭🇺 Rakott Karfiol (Hungarian Layered Cauliflower) is a cozy, homestyle casserole that’s part of Hungary’s famous “rakott” (layered) dishes. It’s creamy, hearty, and packed with flavor—usually with cauliflower, ground meat, rice, and sour cream, all baked together until golden.

Here’s a traditional-style recipe:


⭐ Hungarian Layered Cauliflower – Rakott Karfiol

Ingredients:

  • 1 medium cauliflower (about 2 lbs), cut into florets
  • 1 lb (450 g) ground pork or beef
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp sweet Hungarian paprika
  • 1 cup (200 g) cooked rice
  • 2 tbsp oil or lard
  • 1 cup (240 g) sour cream
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup (60 g) grated cheese (optional, not always traditional, but often added)
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
  • Breadcrumbs (for sprinkling, optional)

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