Here’s a hearty Hungarian Savoy Cabbage and Potato Stew recipe 🍲🇭🇺—perfect for cozy dinners:
🥬 Hungarian Savoy Cabbage & Potato Stew (Kelkáposzta Krémleves)
This traditional Hungarian stew is flavorful, filling, and easy to make, with tender cabbage, potatoes, and a paprika-spiced broth.
🧾 Ingredients
- 1 medium savoy cabbage, chopped
- 4–5 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil or lard
- 1–2 tbsp sweet Hungarian paprika
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 tsp caraway seeds (optional)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Sour cream, for serving
🔥 Instructions
1. Sauté Aromatics
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onions and sauté until translucent (~5 minutes).
- Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
- Stir in paprika (and caraway seeds, if using).
2. Add Vegetables
- Add diced potatoes and chopped savoy cabbage.
- Stir to coat with paprika and oil.
3. Add Broth & Simmer
- Pour in broth, season with salt and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 30–40 minutes, until potatoes and cabbage are tender.
4. Serve
- Ladle into bowls and top with a dollop of sour cream.
- Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
😋 Tips
- Add smoked sausage or bacon for a meaty variation.
- For extra flavor, sauté paprika in oil gently—don’t burn it, or it will taste bitter.
- Can be thickened slightly with a tablespoon of flour or potato starch for a creamier stew.
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I can also make a slow-cooker version that’s effortless and even more flavorful if you want a set-it-and-forget-it option.
Do you want me to do that?
