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Creamy mushroom paprikash served with fresh parsley and dumplings
Velvety mushroom paprikash garnished with fresh herbs

Creamy Paprika Mushroom Stew

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Main Courses
This stew is the vegetarian answer to the classic chicken paprikash. The key is the 'pörkölt' base: reducing the onions until they sizzle in their own fat allows the paprika to bloom and release its full vibrant color and aroma. Since mushrooms release plenty of liquid, they braise in their own savory juices before being finished with heavy cream for a silky, rich texture.
🕒 Prep Time 10 mins
🍳 Cook Time 20 mins
⌛ Total Time 30 mins
🍽️ Servings 5 servings
🔥 Calories 300 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hungarian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven

Allergen Information

⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1 ✓

Sauté the chopped onion in oil until translucent and glossy.

Tip: Caramelizing the natural sugars in the onion provides the savory base for the stew.
2 ✓

Remove from heat, stir in the paprika, and immediately add the sliced mushrooms and bell peppers.

Tip: The moisture from the mushrooms will prevent the paprika from burning.
3 ✓

Season with salt now, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.

Tip: Salting early draws moisture out of the mushrooms (osmosis), allowing them to braise in their own flavorful juices.
4 ✓

Once the liquid has reduced, pour in the heavy cream and simmer until the sauce thickens.

Tip: The fat in the heavy cream prevents the sauce from curdling.
5 ✓

Serve hot over dumplings or noodles, garnished with fresh parsley.

Tip: Add the parsley at the very end to keep it bright and fresh.

Recipe FAQ

Why does it taste bitter?
The paprika likely burned. When adding paprika, always pull the pot off the heat or immediately add a splash of water to prevent scorching.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Button Mushrooms (sliced)
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 tsp Sweet Paprika
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 pc Bell Pepper (sliced)
  • 1 bunch Fresh Parsley
  • 1 pinch Salt and Black Pepper