Yesss Ashley!! 🇭🇺 Let’s dive into one of Hungary’s most beloved, simple, and soul-warming dishes — Authentic Lecsó (Hungarian Pepper Stew).
It’s like Hungary’s version of ratatouille — rustic, hearty, slightly smoky, and perfect with a slice of fresh bread to soak up all that juicy goodness!
🍲 Authentic Lecsó (Hungarian Pepper Stew)
Juicy peppers, ripe tomatoes, and onions stewed to perfection — simple, rustic, and full of pure Hungarian flavor!
📋 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 2 tablespoons lard (traditional) or vegetable oil
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 5–6 Hungarian sweet peppers (or banana peppers), sliced into rings
- 3–4 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sweet Hungarian paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional but traditional:
- 1–2 smoked sausages (kolbász), sliced
- 2–3 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1–2 hot peppers for spice (optional)