Hungarian Noodles and Cabbage

Savor the comforting, rustic flavors of Hungarian Noodles and Cabbage, a simple yet hearty dish that celebrates the magic of humble ingredients. This traditional Eastern European recipe combines tender strips of caramelized cabbage and golden sautéed onions with perfectly cooked wide egg noodles, all brought together with a generous touch of butter and a warm sprinkle of paprika. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's an easy, budget-friendly meal packed with satisfying textures and rich, savory notes. Perfect served as a main course or side dish, this dish reaches new heights when topped with a dollop of creamy sour cream. Whether you're exploring Hungarian cuisine for the first time or rediscovering a nostalgic family favorite, this recipe will leave you craving every buttery bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz wide egg noodles
• 4 tbsp butter
• 1 large yellow onion
• 1 medium head green cabbage
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the wide egg noodles and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the noodles, rinse under cold water, and set aside.

Step 2

While the noodles cook, prepare the vegetables: Peel and finely chop the onion. Remove the outer leaves from the cabbage, cut it into quarters, remove the core, and slice the cabbage thinly.

Step 3

In a large skillet or wide saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened and translucent.

Step 5

Add the sliced cabbage to the skillet. Sprinkle with salt and stir well to coat the cabbage in the butter. Cook the cabbage for 12-15 minutes, stirring frequently, until it is tender and lightly caramelized.

Step 6

Stir in the ground black pepper and paprika, cooking for an additional 2 minutes to incorporate the spices.

Step 7

Add the cooked egg noodles to the skillet with the cabbage mixture. Toss everything together gently to combine and heat through, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve warm, optionally topped with a dollop of sour cream for an added creamy element.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1017.6 grams (1017.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1279

Total Fat 73.20g	94%
Saturated Fat 39.90g	200%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 319mg	106%
Sodium 2784mg	121%
Total Carbohydrate 125.10g	45%
Dietary Fiber 16.50g	59%
Total Sugars 24.10g
Protein 25.90g	52%

Vitamin D 9IU	45%
Calcium 393mg	30%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 1081mg	23%

*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: 52.2%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 39.6%