Sandwich cookies are a delightful treat loved by people of all ages. Whether enjoyed as a snack with a glass of milk or as a decadent dessert,...
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Recipe of the notary’s wife – Jegyzőné receptje
The recipe of the notary's wife comes from a cookbook written by József Váncza, a pharmacist, who was the inventor of the first Hungarian baking...
Cheese straws (without yeast)
Cheese straws are popular as appetizers or party snacks and are enjoyed for their crunchy texture and cheesy flavor. They can be served on their own...
Dorozsma pork tenderloin
Pork tenderloin is a lean cut of meat, which can be seasoned and paired with a wide range of flavors and ingredients. Its mild flavor and tender...
Berliner cake
Berliner cake is an old-school pastry, which is only avaible in a few confectioneries countrywide. One of them is the Rigó Jancsi confectionery in...
Hernyéki gombóc
Hernyéki gombóc is an old Hungarian dish, which includes potato dumplings served in mushroom sauce. Potato dumplings are enriched with ham and hard...
Chicken soup of Dörgicse
In the heart of the Balaton Uplands lies Dörgicse, a village known for its medieval church ruins and wine production. It consists of three hamlets...
Cauliflower patties
These cauliflower patties make a great lunch or side dish. They are soft and creamy on the inside, and crispy on the outside. Crushed cauliflower,...
Potato and plum butter bundles
The recipe of potato and plum butter bundles was requested by a dear subscriber; I've never made it before, but as a nice surprise it turned out to...
Coconut rolls
Coconut rolls are delightful pastries that feature a sweet coconut filling encased in a soft yeast dough. These rolls are made by rolling a mixture...
Creamy garlic pork cutlets
Creamy garlic pork cutlets are perfect for those who crave a flavorful pork experience. Pork cutlets can be a delicious and quick option for meals,...
Potato soup with frankfurters
If you are seeking a hassle-free yet flavorful meal, this potato soup with frankfurters is a tribute to the elegance of simplicity in culinary...
Kazári laska
Every year in the picturesque village of Kazár, nestled in Nógrád county, locals and visitors alike come together to celebrate the beloved tradition...
Cabbage salad – Káposztasaláta
Cabbage salad, known as káposztasaláta, holds a cherished place in Hungarian cuisine, particularly during the winter months when fresh vegetables...
Oyster mushroom soup
Oyster mushrooms (laskagomba in Hungarian), scientifically known as Pleurotus ostreatus, are a popular and versatile fungus belonging to the...
Plum butter and vanilla cake
Plum butter, with its concentrated plum flavor and smooth consistency, plays a starring role in this delectable plum butter and vanilla cake, making...
Luca pogácsa – Luca scones
Saint Lucy's Day, locally known as Luca's Day or Luca nap (December 13th), marks the beginning of the Christmas season with a unique blend of...
Chocolate sheet cake
Chocolate sheet cake is a convenient way to serve a crowd. Once the cake is baked, it isn’t filled. It is simply topped with a chocolate ganache...
Sour cream chicken stew of Beregszász
Beregszász (Berehove), located in the south-western part of Ukraine, 6 km from the Beregsurány-Asztély Hungarian-Ukrainian border crossing point,...
Swabian potato salad
The presence of Swabians as a minority has influenced the culinary landscape in certain Hungarian regions. The Swabians, or svábok in Hungarian,...
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This is what Hungarian túró looks like
You often ask me what kind of cottage cheese (or curd cheese or farmer's cheese - call it what you want) I use in the recipes. In Hungary the store-bought cottage cheese is dry and crumbly as you can see in the picture. So if a recipe calls for túró, I mean this type. If you can't obtain túró, you can try to make your own from whole milk. Click on the link below.
Metric system vs cup
In Hungary metric units are in use, all the recipes on this website are based on this system, so a kitchen scale is necessary. Since I’m not familiar with cup as a measurement unit, I convert grams to cups by using an online converter. The values in brackets, therefore, are only approximate volumes, so, please, double-check them before you start cooking.