ReceptnaptárPaprika potatoes with sour cream (paprikáskrumpli)
Paprikás krumpli, potatoes stewed with paprika, is one of the cheapest and most reliable dishes of Hungarian cooking. Onions, paprika, potatoes and water form the base, and sausage and sour cream are the icing on the cake. The starch cooked out of the potatoes thickens the sauce, so there is no need for a roux. With a bowl of pickles, it is a true weeknight supper.
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Ingredients
Method
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- Soften the onion in the oil until translucent.
- Take off the heat, stir in the paprika, then return to the heat.
- Add the diced potatoes, pour in enough water to cover and season with salt.
- Cook covered for 20-25 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
- If you have it, add the sliced sausage now and boil for a few more minutes.
- Before serving, stir in the sour cream and heat through without boiling.
Based on: A jó házikonyha (a classic Hungarian cookbook), modernised. Calories and protein are estimated.
Tips
- Do not cut the potatoes too small, because bigger pieces take longer to fall apart. For a thick, creamy sauce, crush a few pieces with a wooden spoon at the end.
- Good paprikás krumpli is saucy, not soupy. Add only enough water to just cover the potatoes, and if it is too thin at the end, boil it down without a lid.
- A green pepper, a tomato and a little caraway lift the flavour best, if you have them at home. Add them to the pot with the onions.
Frequently asked questions
Which potato is best for it?
A waxy or all-purpose variety that stays fairly firm and does not boil apart. Floury potatoes break down faster, so cook those for a shorter time.
Can I add frankfurters?
Yes, many families use frankfurters or bologna-style sausage instead of smoked sausage. Add these only at the end, because longer cooking splits them, and their flavour is milder than that of smoked sausage.
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