Cook the egg noodles until tender, then drain and set aside. Toss with 1 Tbsp butter to prevent sticking.
Sauté the Onion & Cabbage
In a large skillet or Dutch oven, melt 3–4 Tbsp butter (and oil if using).
Add the sliced onion and cook until soft and golden, about 5 minutes.
Add the cabbage, season with salt, pepper, and paprika, and cook until tender and slightly caramelized (about 15–20 minutes). Stir occasionally.
Optional Add-In
If using bacon or smoked sausage, cook separately until browned and crisp, then stir into the cabbage mixture.
Combine with Noodles
Add the cooked noodles to the cabbage mixture. Toss everything together and cook for 2–3 minutes until heated through. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Serve
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot as a main dish or a hearty side.
✨ Tips:
For a more authentic Hungarian taste, use homemade egg noodles (nokedli/spätzle) instead of store-bought.
Some families love it buttery and mild, while others make it smoky with lots of sausage.
Would you like me to also give you a step-by-step guide to make Haluski with homemade Hungarian nokedli dumplings instead of packaged egg noodles?
