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Stewed potatoes and smoked sausage slices in a rich red paprika sauce.
Classic Paprikás Krumpli with tender potatoes and smoked sausage.

Hungarian Potato and Sausage Stew (Paprikás Krumpli)

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Main Courses
This is Hungary's ultimate one-pot comfort food. Originating from humble beginnings, it has become a national treasure. The secret lies in the starch of the potatoes: as they cook, they release starch into the paprika-infused broth, naturally thickening it into a rich, creamy sauce without any flour or cream.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 40 mins
⌛ Total Time 1 hr
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 480 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hungarian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Large pot with lid
  • Sharp knife
  • Wooden spoon

Instructions

1 ✓

Peel and wash the potatoes, then cut them into uniform wedges or cubes. Slice the sausage into rounds and chop the onion.

Tip: Uniform sizing ensures all potato pieces cook at the same rate.
2 ✓

Sauté the onion in the fat until translucent. Add the minced garlic for the last minute.

Tip: Caramelizing the onions provides the sweet base flavor for the stew.
3 ✓

Remove the pot from the heat! Stir in the paprika, then immediately pour in about 1/2 cup of water.

Tip: Paprika releases flavor in fat but burns instantly in high heat without liquid.
4 ✓

Return to heat, add the potatoes, salt, and caraway. Toss to coat, then pour in enough water to just cover the potatoes.

Tip: Don't use too much water; you want a thick sauce, not a soup.
5 ✓

Simmer covered over medium heat. When the potatoes are nearly tender (about 15-20 minutes), add the sausage slices.

Tip: If using raw smoked sausage, you can add it earlier. Pre-cooked sausages just need heating through.
6 ✓

Cook until the potatoes are buttery soft and the sauce has thickened.

Tip: The potato starch emulsifies with the water and fat to create the signature thick gravy.

Recipe FAQ

Why is it bitter?
You burned the paprika. Always remove the pot from the heat before adding paprika, and immediately add liquid.
Why did the potatoes fall apart?
You used a starchy baking potato (like Russet) or overcooked them. Waxy potatoes (like Yukon Gold or Red) hold their shape better.

Ingredients

  • 2.25 lbs Potatoes (Yukon Gold or Waxy type)
  • 7 oz Smoked Sausage (like Kielbasa or Spanish Chorizo)
  • 1 large Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 tbsp Sweet Hungarian Paprika
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Ground Caraway Seeds (optional but authentic)
  • 3 cups Water (approx., just to cover)
  • 2 tbsp Lard or Vegetable Oil