Discover the secrets of making the most delicious Hungarian meatballs. This iconic dish is a staple in Hungarian cuisine, delighting both locals and international food enthusiasts alike. Immerse yourself in the rich culinary traditions of Hungary as we take you on a journey to create succulent, flavorful meatballs that will tantalize your taste buds. From selecting the perfect ingredients to mastering the art of shaping and cooking, this article will guide you through every step of the process, ensuring your meatballs turn out perfectly every time. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting to explore the world of Hungarian cuisine, let's embark on this culinary adventure and learn how to prepare this cherished dish.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
HUNGARIAN MEATBALLS WITH MUSHROOM GRAVY
Hungarian style comfort food! Great when you really want to fill your belly. My own creation but all of the elements are there to make this a Hungarian treat -- garlic, paprika, mustard, thyme, dill, white pepper, and sour cream. I use all dried herbs. You could certainly use fresh but your measurements would have to be altered.
Provided by carbsrfromhvn
Categories Meat
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients for meatballs in a bowl except for butter and olive oil. Form into one inch balls.
- Heat pan on medium with olive oil and butter. (A few drizzles of oil, a few pats of butter.) Brown meatballs on all sides and reserve.
- In a deep sauce pan, heat olive oil over medium high. Add mushrooms and spices for gravy. Saute until browned. Add butter and flour. Cook for one minute. Slowly add beef broth and stir until smooth and thickened. If you are worried about lumps you can reserve some of the broth and make a slurry with that and the flour.
- When gravy is thickened add the finished meatballs to reheat. Stir in sour cream and heat through. Sprinkle with fresh parsley if you like.
- These go great with wide egg noodles or mashed potatoes.
HUNGARIAN MEATBALLS
Make and share this Hungarian Meatballs recipe from Food.com.
Provided by _Pixie_
Categories Meat
Time 31m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Prepare the basic meatballs and set aside.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet.
- Add the onions and cook and stir until they are tender.
- Add the cooked meatballs, 3/4 cup of water, the wine, caraway seed, paprika, marjoram leaves and salt.
- Heat to boiling then reduce the heat and cover.
- Simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Mix 1/4 cup of water and the flour, stir into the sauce mixture.
- Heat to boiling, stirring carefully.
- Boil and stir for 1 minute.
- NOTE: Serve with either boiled potatoes or noodles for a great main dish.
HUNGARIAN STYLE SWEDISH MEATBALLS, SERVED ON A NOODLE SCHMATA
Steps:
- Simmer dried mushrooms in beef stock for 15 minutes. Let sit for 1/2 hour, then drain through coffee filter, squeezing juice from mushrooms. Rinse the squeezed mushrooms and chop. Mix together the ground beef, onion, bread cubes, and seasoning. Form into 1-inch meatballs. Brown the meatballs, in batches, in a hot saute pan, and set them aside. Toss the crimini mushrooms in the flour and saute them in the same pan. Add the dried mushrooms, stock mixture and cream. Cook for 3 minutes. Stir in paprika. Swirl in 1-cup sour cream just before serving. Serve over 1 sheet of fresh pasta (schmata), with healthy drizzle of additional sour cream.
HUNGARIAN MEATBALLS RECIPE - (4.5/5)
Provided by Alqualonde
Number Of Ingredients 27
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 325 F. Lightly mix all ingredients for the meatballs except the olive oil together and form into balls 1-1 1/2 inches in diameter. (Depending on size, you should get between 20 and 30.) Allow time to refrigerate them so they firm up a bit. 2. In an oven-safe pan, brown the meatballs in olive oil on all sides. Remove to a plate, cover with foil, and set aside. 3. Add the chopped onion to the pan dripping and saute until starting to brown. Add mushroom and saute a few minutes more, until they start to brown as well. Add garlic and peppers and saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds, then add the paprikas, the porcini powder, and the rest of the herbs and spices. Cook, stirring, about a minute. Deglaze with wine. Cook until wine is mostly evaporated, then stir in tomatoes and their juices and the broth. Bring to a boil and return the meatballs to the pan. 4. Transfer the pan the oven and braise for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally and luxuriating in the awesome aromas that should be enveloping your kitchen at this point. 5. When the braising time is up, remove the pan from the oven. Put the sour cream into a small bowl, then temper it by stirring in a few spoonfuls of the braising liquid. Stir the sour cream mixture back into the pan, coating the meatballs and heating through. Serve as an appetizer or with spaetzle or egg noodles for an entree.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ground beef. The type of beef you use will make a big difference in the flavor of your meatballs. Look for ground beef that is at least 80% lean and has a good amount of marbling.
- Soak your bread in milk before adding it to the meatball mixture. This will help to keep the meatballs moist and tender.
- Don't overmix the meatball mixture. Overmixing can make the meatballs tough.
- Roll the meatballs into small, even balls. This will help them to cook evenly.
- Brown the meatballs in a skillet before adding them to the sauce. This will help to keep them from falling apart.
- Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for at least 30 minutes. This will help to develop the flavor of the meatballs.
- Serve the meatballs with your favorite pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Conclusion:
Hungarian meatballs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With a few simple tips, you can make Hungarian meatballs that are sure to impress your friends and family.
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