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Cozy Hungarian Mushroom Paprikash

This creamy, flavorful dish combines earthy mushrooms with rich paprika and sour cream, creating a comforting meal perfect for any dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Hungarian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb mushrooms, sliced Use a mix of mushrooms for deeper flavor such as shiitake or portobello.
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Don't skip toasting the garlic for enhanced flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 cup vegetable broth Can use chicken broth for non-vegan version.
  • 1 cup sour cream For vegan version, substitute with coconut cream or plant-based yogurt.
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • for serving Noodles or rice Serves as a base for the dish.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add onions and garlic, sauté until translucent.
  3. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until softened.
  4. Stir in paprika and flour, cooking for another minute.
  5. Gradually add vegetable broth, stirring constantly until combined.
  6. Reduce heat and stir in sour cream, simmer for a few minutes.
  7. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Serve over noodles or rice.

Notes

This dish can be stored in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. For freezing, use an airtight container and consume within a month. Reheat gently with a splash of broth to maintain creaminess.