Here is a true, rustic Hungarian comfort classic — simple, hearty, cheap, and full of paprika flavor.
Every Hungarian grew up eating this! 🇭🇺🥔🌶️

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🇭🇺 Hungarian Potato Paprika

(Paprikás Krumpli)

Tender potatoes simmered in a rich, paprika gravy with sausage.
Perfect with bread, pickles, or sour cream.

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⭐ Ingredients (4–6 servings)

• 2–3 tbsp oil or lard
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp sweet Hungarian paprika (don’t skip!)
• 2 lbs (900 g) potatoes, peeled & cubed
• 1–2 Hungarian sausages (kolbász), sliced
• 1 green pepper, diced (optional but authentic)
• 2 tomatoes, diced (or 1 tbsp tomato paste)
• 1 liter (4 cups) water or broth
• Salt & pepper to taste

Optional

• 1 tsp hot paprika or chili
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tsp caraway seeds

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