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Hortobágyi Palacsinta — traditional dish from Budapest, Hungary
Main course Meat

Food Flavour DNA

Nutritional Values

🔥450kcal
💪23gProtein
🌾32gCarbs
🥑25gFat
🌿2gFibre
⚖️250 gServing

* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten 🥚 Eggs 🥛 Dairy

Hortobágyi Palacsinta

How to order / say it
Say it Hortobágyi palacsinta — [HOR-toh-bah-ghee pah-lah-CHEEN-tah]
Order I'd like the Hortobágyi palacsinta, please.
Locally Kérem a hortobágyi palacsintát.
Say locally

Savory Hungarian pancakes filled with a paprikash-flavored meat.

Why try it?

This dish reflects Hungarian creativity in turning the beloved palacsinta into a savory meal, blending it with the rich flavors of paprikash. Its unique composition is a testament to the diverse use of traditional ingredients.

How it tastes

The pancakes are soft and filled with a well-seasoned meaty filling reminiscent of chicken paprikash, topped with a creamy tomato-paprika sauce. The aroma of paprika and subtle tanginess from the sauce creates a harmonious balance.

Origin & History — first documented: 1958

Originating in the mid-20th century, this dish was created for the 1958 Brussels World's Fair to showcase Hungarian cuisine in a delightful and innovative manner, quickly becoming a national favorite.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🌾 200 g flour
  • 🥚 3 eggs
  • 🥛 300 ml milk
  • 100 ml water
  • 🥩 300 g chicken
  • 🧄 100 g onion
  • 🧂 2 tbsp paprika
  • 🥛 100 g sour cream
  • 🥕 50 g tomato paste

Method

  1. 1 Prepare pancakes by mixing flour, eggs, milk, and water; cook on a griddle.
  2. 2 Cook onion and chicken with paprika to make filling.
  3. 3 Fill pancakes with meat mixture and roll.
  4. 4 Top with a sour cream and tomato sauce, then bake briefly.
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