Situated on the Southern Great Plain along the banks of the Tisza River, is where Hungarians prepare a very special dish and believe or not – it’s not goulash! In the city of Szeged, made only from freshwater varieties and traditionally cooked in a narrow-bottomed kettle hung on a tripod over an open fire is [...]
While strudel may be most associated with Austrian cuisine today, this flaky pastry was originally composed of influences from countries throughout the former Austro-Hungarian Empire. Each of these countries have nourished their ways in preparing this exquisite pastry to a fine art. The best-known kinds of strudel are made with fruit or cheese fillings but [...]
Attention foodies! Budapest will be hosting its 4th annual “Mangalica Festival”, a celebration of a curly-haired pig which is indigenous to Hungary. The festival will be held at the Vajdahunyad castle in City Park from February 4-6th. Visitors will be treated to a variety of smoked hams, sausages, salamis, stews, along with traditional Hungarian specialties from strudels to homemade honey to palinkas [...]
Derelye is a type of stuffed pasta in Hungary, which can be either sweet or savory. Traditionally, it is prepared for the holidays or special occasions. This recipe is best served as a dessert or snack. Ingredients 4 cups (440 grams) all-purpose flour, plus extra for kneading 4 large eggs 1/4 tsp (5 grams) salt 3/4-1 1/4 cups (200-300 ml) cold [...]
Cherry sauce is very popular in Hungary. It can be paired with various meat dishes, potatoes, as well as pasta pellets. Although, the recipe has a sweet flavor it is meant to be used for savory dishes. Ingredients 1 jar (19 oz) pitted sour cherries with juice 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp salt 1 tbsp sugar 1/2 cup (125ml) milk 2 [...]
Chilled sour cherry soup is a delicacy in Hungary and throughout many parts of Central and Eastern Europe. It is usually prepared during the hot summer months when cherry season arrives. Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds fresh sour cherries or 1 can sour pitted cherries including juice 4 cups (960 ml) water 1/3 cup (75 ml) red wine 1/4 [...]
Chestnut puree also known as gesztenyepüré is very popular throughout Hungary. It is most often made into a sweet dessert with whipped cream, rum, and cherries. A real culinary delight! You may choose to use your own chestnut puree mixture or you can purchase it canned from most grocery stores or farmer’s markets. Ingredients 2 cups (400 grams) fresh chestnut puree or from [...]
Poppy seed filling is used in many foods throughout Central and Eastern Europe including sweet rolls, pancakes, strudels, cakes, tortes, cookies, and breads. Ingredients 1 1/4 cups (250 grams) ground poppy seeds 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk 1/4 cup (50 grams) superfine sugar 6 tbsp (60 grams) raisins 1 tsp grated lemon zest 1 tbsp rum [...]
Introduction Hungarian winter salami is one of the most popular types of cured meats in the world. This flavorful and unique salami is best known by its original maker, Pick Szeged which produces a variety of meat products in Hungary. Winter salami of Szeged is made with pork and a variety of spices from a [...]
Mákos guba is a popular dessert in Hungary that is baked for Christmas. It contains poppy seeds which was originally meant as a fertility charm, to ensure a plentiful harvest in the coming year. Ingredients 2 large eggs 1/4 cup (60 grams) unsalted butter, melted 1/2 cup (100 grams) firmly packed dark brown sugar 2 1/2 cups (620 [...]
