Hungarian Letcho

Hungarian Letcho is a vibrant, rustic one-pot dish that showcases the bold, comforting flavors of Hungarian cuisine. Bursting with colorful bell peppers, juicy tomatoes, savory smoked sausage, and a touch of sweet Hungarian paprika, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of smokiness and warmth. Sautéed onions and garlic build a rich base, while fresh vegetables simmer into a hearty, stew-like medley. Ready in just 45 minutes, this versatile dish can be enjoyed as a main course with crusty bread or served as a flavorful side to rice or potatoes. Ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual gathering, Hungarian Letcho is both an easy-to-make comfort food and a celebration of classic Eastern European flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
• 2 medium onion
• 4 large tomatoes
• 300 grams smoked sausage
• 2 teaspoons sweet Hungarian paprika
• 2 tablespoons sunflower oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and core the bell peppers. Cut them into strips or bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Peel and finely slice the onions.

Step 3

Dice the tomatoes into medium-sized chunks.

Step 4

Slice the smoked sausage into bite-sized pieces or rounds.

Step 5

Peel and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 6

Heat the sunflower oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat.

Step 7

Add the sliced onions and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until translucent.

Step 8

Stir in the garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 9

Add the sweet Hungarian paprika to the onions and garlic, stirring quickly to avoid burning the spice.

Step 10

Add the bell peppers to the skillet. Sauté the peppers for about 5 minutes to soften slightly.

Step 11

Add the diced tomatoes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 12

Let the mixture cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables release their juices and form a sauce.

Step 13

Add the sliced smoked sausage and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 10 minutes until the sausage is heated through and the flavors meld together.

Step 14

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or black pepper, if needed.

Step 15

Serve hot as a main dish with freshly baked bread or as a side dish along with rice or potatoes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1841.8 grams (1841.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1610

Total Fat 110.70g	142%
Saturated Fat 30.30g	152%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.90g
Cholesterol 210mg	70%
Sodium 5711mg	248%
Total Carbohydrate 102.10g	37%
Dietary Fiber 26.70g	95%
Total Sugars 58.50g
Protein 58.40g	117%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 271mg	21%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 3861mg	82%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.8%

Protein: 14.3%

Carbs: 24.9%