The presence of Swabians as a minority has influenced the culinary landscape in certain Hungarian regions. The Swabians, or svábok in Hungarian,...
Vegetable dishes
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...
Cabbage casserole
The following recipe of cabbage casserole was inspired by Transylvanian Feast, a cookbook written by Pál Kövi. He wasn't even Transylvanian - he was...
Tejes kása – Polenta dumplings in milk
Tejes kása is an old peasant food made from only five ingredients, which was often on the tables in Békés (a small town in South-Eastern Hungary)...
Layered Swiss chard
Despite its name, red Swiss chard (mángold in Hungarian) did not originate in Switzerland, it's native to the Mediterranean region. All chard...
Kohlrabi stew – Karalábéfőzelék
Kohlrabi belongs to the cabbage family, so if you enjoy cabbage, broccoli, and even Brussels sprouts, there’s a high chance you’ll also love...
Green pea stew with milk and parsley
The value of peas is often underestimated, however, this naturally sweet legume is rich in essential vitamins and antioxidants like vitamin K, C and...
Wax bean stew
In Hungary wax beans or yellow beans are more popular than green beans, soup and stew (főzelék) are more often made with them. Wax beans do not...
Krumplifőzelék – Sour cream potato stew
We often make főzelék, which is a special category in Hungarian cuisine and is a popular way to cook vegetables. Potatoes, which are cheap, easy to...
Házi paprikakrém – Homemade Hungarian red pepper paste
Have you heard of Erős Pista and Édes Anna? They are not living celebrities, but they are the brand names of the most popular Hungarian red pepper...
Cabbage in tomato sauce
Cabbage in tomato sauce is one of those divisive canteen foods in Hungary, which either appeals to you or gives you the shivers. However, homemade...
Répafőzelék – Carrot stew
This carrot stew is an old family recipe, we often cook and usually serve it with boiled pork (it can be a delicious sidedish after a pork bone...
Prepared horseradish
Easter is coming, so it's time to share the recipe of prepared horseradish. In Hungary horseradish is an inevitable part of the Easter menu, boiled...
Mushroom stew
We Hungarians can make stew from almost anything, mushroom is no exception. Packed with a ton of essential vitamins and minerals, mushrooms make for...
Lentil stew
If you are looking for a nutrient-packed, but no-fuss dish, this lentil stew can be a good choice for a hearty lunch or dinner. It’s a great way to...
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.