Potatoes (Paprikas Potatoes)

Here’s a simple, comforting Paprikás Potatoes (Paprika Potatoes) 🥔🌶️
A classic Hungarian-style side dish that’s flavorful but not spicy.

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Paprikás Potatoes

Ingredients

• 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 2 tbsp oil or butter

• 2 tbsp sweet paprika (Hungarian paprika if available)

• ½ tsp garlic powder (or 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced)

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

• 1–1½ cups water or vegetable broth

• Optional add-ins: sliced sausage, bell pepper, or a dollop of sour cream

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Instructions

1. Sauté onion
   Heat oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Cook onion until soft and lightly golden.

2. Add paprika
   Remove pot briefly from heat and stir in paprika (this prevents bitterness).

3. Add potatoes
   Return to heat. Add potatoes, garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat.

4. Simmer
   Pour in water or broth until potatoes are just covered.

5. Cook
   Cover and simmer 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender and sauce thickens.

6. Adjust seasoning and serve warm.

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Serving Ideas

• Serve as a side with roasted chicken or pork

• Top with sour cream for extra richness

• Enjoy with crusty bread

Tips

• Use sweet paprika, not smoked or hot, unless you want heat.

• For creamier potatoes, mash a few pieces in the pot.

• Add sliced smoked sausage to make it a one-pot meal.

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