Ignotus soup is much more than a comforting bowl of soup - it is a tribute to one of Hungary’s most revered literary figures, Hugó Veigelsberg...
Soups
Poékaleves
Poékaleves, a traditional soup from Transylvania, particularly popular in the Gyergyó region, is a delicious variation of "becsinált" soup. Each...
Roasted red pepper soup
Roasted red pepper soup is a comforting and flavorful dish, that brings together the vibrant taste of roasted red peppers with the richness of a...
Gizzard soup
Gizzard soup is a delightful and hearty dish that not only satisfies your taste buds but also brings significant nutritional benefits. Gizzards are...
Pork ragout soup of Makó
This hearty pork ragout soup comes from Makó, a town in Csongrád-Csanád county. Its distinctive tangy flavour and rich, thick texture enthrall those...
Pázmándi dumpling goulash
Pázmándi dumpling goulash is a hearty dish similar to the classic goulash soup, but it differs in several ingredients. It is made with pork,...
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...
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...
Oyster mushroom soup
Oyster mushrooms (laskagomba in Hungarian), scientifically known as Pleurotus ostreatus, are a popular and versatile fungus belonging to the...
Legényfogó leves
The way to a man's heart is through his stomach - as the saying goes. The recipe's name legényfogó, that means 'Catch the guy', refers to the...
Favágó leves – Lumberjack’s soup
Lumberjack's soup (favágó leves) is a hearty meal containing pork, mushrooms, root vegetables, noodles and sour cream. I generally make this soup...
Gölödinleves – Potato dumpling soup
Gölödinleves is a potato dumpling soup often cooked in Tápióság and its neighborhood. Tápióság is a small village located in the county of Pest,...
Cream of yellow split pea soup
Yellow split peas are a nutritious and versatile food that can be a healthy addition to a balanced diet. They are a good source of plant-based...
Cream of broccoli soup
Broccoli is closely related to cabbage, Brussels sprouts, kale and cauliflower, and it's a nutritional powerhouse full of vitamins, minerals, fiber...
Red lentil soup with sausage chips
Red lentils are an easy-to-cook and versatile legume. They don't need to be soaked before cooking, the texture quickly becomes soft and creamy, so...
Savoy cabbage and frankfurter soup
With its low calorie content and high nutrient density, savoy cabbage is just the thing for the cold months. In Hungary savoy cabbage is often...
Classic tomato soup with alphabet pasta
I have already shared a tomato soup recipe, which contains vegetables and wide strip noodles.The following recipe is a kid-friendly version of...
Lentil goulash
Goulash can be prepared in many ways. I have already shared the recipe of classic goulash and bean goulash, now it's time to make you acquainted...
Reaper’s soup – Kaszás leves
Before the appearance of reaping machines crops were cut and collected by hand. Harvesting grains with a sickle or a scythe was a hard physical...
Pinto bean soup
Pinto beans are affordable, easy to prepare and nutritious, in Hungary they are a commonly used ingredient in many savory dishes like simple pinto...
Popular recipes
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.