Traditional Hungarian recipes

Vegetable soup with cheese dumplings

This comforting vegetable soup with cheese dumplings is a cozy, satisfying dish. It’s full of fresh root vegetables, flavorful broth, and soft,...

Tomato wax bean stew

In Hungary, főzelék is a common, well-loved dish - something you’ll find in most homes and school canteens. It’s a thick vegetable stew, somewhere...

Millet patties

Millet patties are more than just a healthy meatless option - they’re a link to Hungary’s culinary past. Long before rice and potatoes took over,...

Kata szelet

Kata szelet is a classic Hungarian cake that’s been around for generations. It’s the kind of dessert you’d see at family lunches, holidays, or just...

Savory cheese crackers

If you're looking for a snack that's simple, cheesy and seriously satisfying, these homemade cheese crackers are it. They’ve got that savory kick...

Angyal szelet – Stuffed chicken cutlets

This dish, known in Hungarian as angyal szelet (“angel slice”), is a rich and comforting stuffed chicken recipe. Each piece is filled with smoky...

Betyárgombóc

Betyárgombóc is a simple and hearty Hungarian ragout. The name means “outlaw meatballs,” and it’s just as bold as it sounds. It’s made with ground...

Mimóza szelet – Mimosa slice

Mimóza szelet, or Mimosa slice, comes from a Hungarian cookbook published back in 1936. It was called A mi süteményeskönyvünk, which means Our...

Honey rolls

These honey rolls are a family favorite. They’re soft, sweet and filled with plum butter and crunchy walnuts. The dough is easy to make, and the...

Marjoram pork stew

This marjoram pork stew comes from Miklósi, a small village in Somogy county. It’s a simple, satisfying dish made with everyday ingredients. The...

Coconut sheet cake

This coconut sheet cake is soft, creamy and full of flavor. It starts with a light cocoa sponge that’s easy to mix up in one bowl. On top goes a...

Göcsej bean stew

Göcsej is a quiet, green region in western Hungary, known for its old villages, wooden houses and peaceful countryside. One of the favorite meals...

Vegetable csorba soup

Csorba soup is a traditional dish with deep roots in Transylvania, a region known for its rich mix of cultures - Romanian, Hungarian and Saxon. The...

Homemade chocolate pudding

Sometimes you just want a rich, creamy dessert without too much effort. This homemade chocolate pudding is perfect for that. It’s made with simple...

Kókonya

Kókonya is a traditional sweet bread that’s especially tied to Easter in the Székely region of Transylvania. The word kókonya still lives on in folk...

My home-style Somló trifle

This is my own version of Somló trifle. It’s not the classic somlói galuska you might know, and it’s not the same as the traditional recipe I shared...

Potato noodles with sauerkraut

This cozy, comforting dish comes from the Swabians - an ethnic German group with deep roots in Hungary. Many Swabians (or "svábok" in Hungarian)...

Sarkadi pecsenye

Sarkadi pecsenye is a classic Hungarian comfort dish - rich, hearty and full of flavor. It's the kind of meal that's perfect for Sunday lunches or...

Asparagus soup

Green asparagus is one of the first vegetables to show up in spring. It’s a sign that winter is over and fresh food is finally back. The taste is...

Kútkifli

Kútkifli is an old Swabian recipe from Harta, a village in Bács-Kiskun county, known for its rich culinary and cultural heritage. The name kútkifli...

Swabian cheese dumplings

Swabian cheese dumplings are a dish that brings together simple ingredients to create something truly comforting. It’s warm, cheesy, and full of...

Részeg kisasszonyok

If you love deep-fried treats with a little twist, you have to try részeg kisasszonyok, or drunken young ladies. This old-school Hungarian dessert...

Egg salad

Egg salad, or tojáskrém, is a beloved classic in Hungarian cuisine, often served as a creamy spread on fresh bread or crispy toast. Unlike the more...

Herány tokány

Herány tokány is a rich and flavorful Transylvanian dish made with both beef and pork. For the best results, it's recommended to use pork and beef...

Pork stew with onions and bryndza dumplings

This dish brings together rich flavors, simple ingredients and a touch of tradition. Pork stew with onions is hearty and comforting, slow-cooked...

Bow tie cheese straws – Sajtos masni

There’s nothing quite like the crisp, flaky layers of homemade puff pastry. While store-bought versions are convenient, making it from scratch...

Simple apple-walnut cake

There’s something special about the smell of apples, cinnamon and walnuts baking in the oven. This easy apple-walnut cake is perfect for cozy...

Kígyórétes – Snake strudel

Kígyórétes is a traditional pastry from the Kun people, a nomadic group that migrated from Central Asia to Hungary in the 13th century. Known for...

Meatballs with sauerkraut

This recipe is a twist on traditional stuffed cabbage. Instead of wrapping the meat in sauerkraut leaves, we make easy meatballs and cook them in a...

Bácska chicken livers

Bácskai csirkemáj, or Bácska chicken livers, is a traditional dish from the Bácska region, a historical area within the Pannonian Plain bordered by...