Puliszka is the Transylvanian and Hungarian version of polenta. It’s a simple dish made from cornmeal, often enjoyed in rural kitchens for...
Vegetable dishes
Sour cherry sauce
After plum trees, sour cherry trees are the second most popular fruit trees in Hungary. Many Hungarian backyards have one or two sour cherry trees,...
Broccoli salad
This broccoli salad is easy to prepare, fresh and delicious, making it a perfect addition to any meal. The crispy bacon, creamy dressing and...
Potato croquettes
Potato croquettes are a beloved dish with a long and varied history, popular across many cultures, including Hungary. In Hungary, potato croquettes...
Gundel salad
Gundel salad is a celebration of the rich culinary heritage of Hungary, created by the renowned chef and restaurateur, Károly Gundel. Known for his...
Hungarian plum butter
Making plum butter and drying plums are probably the oldest and most widespread fruit preservation techniques in the history of Hungarian...
Alföld bean stew
Alföld bean stew, a rustic dish deeply rooted in Hungarian culinary traditions, offers a comforting and hearty meal that has been passed down...
Gellért salad
Gellért salad, which pairs beautifully with both meat and fish dishes, is attributed to Károly Gundel. The famous chef operated the restaurant at...
Egg patties – Tojásfasírt
Originating as a clever way to transform basic ingredients into a satisfying meal, egg patties have stood the test of time, offering a versatile...
Russian salad and deviled eggs
Russian salad, known by several names such as “Olivier Salad” or “Ensalada Rusa” or “franciasaláta”, is a delicious comfort salad and side dish...
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...
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,...
Cabbage salad – Káposztasaláta
Cabbage salad, known as káposztasaláta, holds a cherished place in Hungarian cuisine, particularly during the winter months when fresh vegetables...
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,...
Green pea paprika stew – Zöldborsópörkölt
Green pea paprika stew, known as zöldborsópörkölt is a popular vegetarian option in Hungarian households, it's often served as a main course,...
Homemade plum jam
Since many Hungarian recipes call for plum jam, I thought it would be useful to show you the process of making this delightful spread. Homemade plum...
Eggplant dip – Padlizsánkrém
If there's one vegetable that deserves more recognition for its culinary prowess, it's the aubergine, also known as eggplant in some regions. With...
Krumpli móring
Krumpli móring consists of mashed potatoes that are flavored with sautéed onions and red peppers, giving it a delicious and savory taste. It's...
Hungarian layered green bean casserole – Rakott zöldbab
Green beans are a rich source of many important nutrients, including fiber, protein, vitamins A, C, and K, and minerals such as calcium, iron, and...
Verzár – Cabbage filled pancakes
I stumbled upon verzár in Transylvanian Feast, a cookbook written by Pál Kövi, while I was searching for savory pancake recipes. Verzár is thin...
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.