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Creamy Hungarian Mushroom Paprikash for Cozy Nights


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  • Author: ladidsaadia
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A comforting mushroom stew with a creamy, paprika-flavored sauce, perfect for chilly evenings.


Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons Butter (unsalted preferred)
  • 1 medium Onion (diced)
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms (sliced)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons Smoked Paprika (high-quality)
  • 1 tablespoon Sweet Paprika
  • 2 tablespoons Flour (gluten-free if needed)
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth (low-sodium)
  • 1 cup Sour Cream (can replace with vegan alternative)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the onion in butter until soft.
  2. Add mushrooms and cook until they release liquid and start to brown.
  3. Stir in garlic, smoked paprika, and sweet paprika for one minute to bloom the spices.
  4. Sprinkle flour and stir to coat.
  5. Pour in the broth slowly, stirring to remove lumps.
  6. Let the sauce simmer until it thickens and the mushrooms are tender.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream to keep it smooth.
  8. Taste and add salt and pepper.

Notes

For a vegan version, use plant butter, gluten-free flour, vegetable broth, and vegan sour cream. Serve over noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes, and add fresh parsley if desired.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Hungarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg