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Hungarian Lecso with Sausage and Tomatoes

Hungarian Lecso with Sausage and Tomatoes prepared dish

Hungarian lecso is a hearty stew featuring bell peppers, sausage, and ripe tomatoes, creating a comforting and flavorful dish. This recipe is perfect for a cozy dinner, bringing warmth and satisfaction to the table. Serve it with crusty bread for a complete meal!

This recipe is dinner, scaled for 6 servings, with 15 min prep and 45 min cook.

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 45 min · Total: 60 min · Serves: 6

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include paprika, garlic, onion, olive oil.
  • Follow all 8 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 6 servings.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp paprika
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup water
  • 300 g smoked sausage (sliced)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 3 medium bell peppers (sliced)
  • 400 g canned diced tomatoes

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the sliced bell peppers and minced garlic, cooking for another 5 minutes until softened.
  4. Add the sliced smoked sausage to the pot and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Mix in the canned diced tomatoes, paprika, salt, and black pepper, stirring well to combine.
  6. Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  7. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot, allowing it to cook for 30 minutes to meld the flavors.
  8. Before serving, stir in the chopped fresh parsley for a burst of freshness.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 15 g
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Carbohydrates: 18 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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