Ah, Krumplis Tészta — a classic Hungarian comfort food! 🥔🍝 It’s basically potatoes and noodles, lightly seasoned, and sometimes finished with crispy onions or a touch of butter. Here’s a traditional recipe for you:
Krumplis Tészta (Potatoes & Noodles)
Ingredients (4 servings)
- 4 medium potatoes (about 500 g)
- 250 g (about 2 cups) egg noodles or spaetzle
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2–3 tbsp vegetable oil or butter
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional: paprika or sour cream for serving
Instructions
1. Prepare the potatoes
- Peel and grate the potatoes (coarse or medium).
- Place in a colander, sprinkle lightly with salt, and let sit for 5–10 min.
- Squeeze out excess liquid using a clean kitchen towel or your hands.
2. Cook the noodles
- Bring a pot of salted water to boil.
- Cook noodles until al dente (follow package instructions).
- Drain and set aside.
3. Sauté the onions
- Heat oil or butter in a large skillet.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until golden brown, about 5–7 minutes.
4. Combine potatoes and noodles
- Add the grated potatoes to the skillet with onions.
- Cook on medium heat, stirring occasionally, until potatoes soften and start to brown slightly (about 10–12 min).
- Add the cooked noodles and toss gently to combine.
- Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of paprika if desired.
5. Serve
- Hot as a main dish or side.
- Optional: top with sour cream or sprinkle extra crispy onions.
Tips
- Some versions fry the potatoes first until slightly crispy before adding noodles.
- For a richer taste, use a mix of butter and oil for sautéing.
- Leftovers reheat well in a skillet with a splash of water or broth.
If you want, I can also give a “authentic Hungarian version with browned onions and bacon” that takes this dish to the next level — truly traditional and extra flavorful.
Do you want me to give that version?
