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Hungary

Seasoned with paprika
One of the best-known Hungarian specialities is goulash, which is traditionally seasoned with paprika. A great deal of paprika is used in Hungarian cuisine in general. Accompaniments include noodles, potatoes and dumplings. Soups, strudel and pancakes are also popular. Also, marzipan has been made in Hungary since the twelfth century.


Szegedi gulyás (Szegediner goulash)
Ingredients (Serves 4):
300 g onions
500 g diced pork fillet
2 tbsp sweet paprika
salt
caraway seed
1 garlic clove
500 g sauerkraut
4 tbsp oil
a little plain flour
? litre soured cream
2 tbsp chopped dill

Method:

  • Peel the onions and roughly dice. Roast lightly in the oil with the meat.
  • Take the saucepan off the heat, sprinkle in 1-2 tablespoons paprika and add a little water. Add the salt, caraway seed and crushed garlic clove and sauté for a further 30 minutes or so, until the meat is half cooked.
  • Add the sauerkraut and sauté for a further 30 minutes with the meat.
  • Finally, mix the soured cream well with a little flour, stir this into the mixture and leave to stand for a few minutes.
  • Before serving, sprinkle with freshly chopped dill.