Főzelék– A typical vegetable stew🇭🇺

Absolutely! 🇭🇺 Let’s talk about Főzelék, one of Hungary’s most comforting and traditional dishes — a creamy vegetable stew that’s somewhere between a soup and a thick stew. It’s simple, hearty, and beloved across the country.

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🥕 Főzelék – Traditional Hungarian Vegetable Stew

🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 30 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 4

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🌿 What Is Főzelék?

“Főzelék” is a special category in Hungarian cuisine — thicker than soup but not quite a casserole. It’s made by simmering vegetables in a light sauce, then thickening it with a roux (flour and fat) or sour cream.
There are many versions, such as:

• Zöldbabfőzelék – green bean stew
• Tökfőzelék – zucchini stew
• Borsófőzelék – pea stew
• Burgonyafőzelék – potato stew
• Spenótfőzelék – spinach stew

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🧄 Ingredients (for a basic green pea version – Borsófőzelék)

• 2 tbsp butter or oil
• 2 tbsp flour
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 3 cups green peas (fresh or frozen)
• 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• ½ cup sour cream (tejföl)
• ½ tsp paprika (sweet Hungarian)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional: ½ tsp sugar (balances flavor)
• Optional garnish: chopped fresh dill or parsley

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