Cozy Hungarian Mushroom Paprikash
A comforting, creamy dish bringing rich flavors and hearty texture, perfect for chilly evenings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Hungarian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 10 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- ¾ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Sauté the onions and mushrooms: In a large pan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 4-5 minutes until translucent. Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook until they have released their moisture, about 7-10 minutes.
- Add garlic and paprika: Once the mushrooms are tender, add the minced garlic, sweet paprika, and optional smoked paprika. Stir well to coat the mushrooms and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Thicken the sauce: Sprinkle the flour over the mushroom mixture and stir to combine. Allow it to cook for an additional minute.
- Incorporate broth: Gradually pour in the vegetable broth while stirring to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes, or until it thickens slightly.
- Finish with sour cream: Remove the pan from heat and stir in the sour cream until it’s fully combined. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Serve your Cozy Hungarian Mushroom Paprikash hot, over your choice of noodles, rice, or with crusty bread.
Notes
For a vegan version, substitute sour cream with coconut cream and use vegetable stock. This dish is great for meal prep.