Hungarian Potato Paprikas

Warm, comforting, and bursting with authentic flavors, Hungarian Potato Paprikás is a hearty one-pot dish that's perfect for cozy dinners. Featuring tender potatoes and carrots simmered in a rich, smoky paprika-infused broth, this traditional Hungarian recipe highlights the bold flavors of sweet and smoked paprika combined with the aromatic depth of sautéed onions and garlic. A touch of tomato paste enhances the savory sauce, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a vibrant, herbaceous finish. Not only does this dish come together in just an hour, but it’s also vegetarian-friendly and can easily be customized with a dollop of sour cream for added creaminess. Whether served solo or alongside crusty bread, Hungarian Potato Paprikás is a flavorful and satisfying comfort food classic you’ll want to make again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 large potatoes
• 2 medium onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Hungarian sweet paprika
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 medium carrot
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0 optional sour cream (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and cut them into bite-sized chunks. Set aside.

Step 2

Dice the onions and mince the garlic cloves. Thinly slice the carrots.

Step 3

In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the diced onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the Hungarian sweet paprika and smoked paprika. This prevents the paprika from burning and becoming bitter.

Step 7

Return the pot to the heat and add the tomato paste. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Add the potato chunks and carrot slices to the pot, stirring to coat them in the paprika mixture.

Step 9

Pour in the vegetable broth, ensuring the potatoes are fully submerged. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 10

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the potatoes and carrots are tender.

Step 11

Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 12

Before serving, sprinkle the dish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and flavor.

Step 13

Serve hot, optionally garnished with a dollop of sour cream, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3302.8 grams (3302.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2692

Total Fat 57.80g	74%
Saturated Fat 11.40g	57%
Polyunsaturated Fat 28.10g
Cholesterol 15mg	5%
Sodium 4909mg	213%
Total Carbohydrate 499.10g	181%
Dietary Fiber 66.40g	237%
Total Sugars 60.30g
Protein 72.30g	145%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 623mg	48%
Iron 30mg	168%
Potassium 12954mg	276%

*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: 18.5%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 71.2%