Traditionally Hungarians make lentil soup on New Years Day as a symbol or promotion of desired financial prosperity in the new year. The recipe can be easily altered to make a delicious vegetarian version, or made even more spicy by using sliced gyulai or similar…
A Hungarian culinary classic which is not difficult to assemble, but takes a little preparation and cooking time. As a popular family meal and children’s favourite, it makes a good dinner alone or stands as a second course after a lighter soup. Try with gherkins…
I even surprised myself how well these dumplings turned out. They are warmingly filling, a savory-sweet dish that is a hot favourite in many if not all Hungarian kitchens. It’s often offered in restaurants on their dessert list but also makes a decent second course…
