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Nutritional Values
450kcal
6gProtein
64gCarbs
18gFat
5gFibre
250 gServing
* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
Strudel
How to order / say it
Say it
Rétes — [RAY-tesh]
Order
I'd like the rétes, please.
Locally
Szeretnék egy rétest kérni.
Say locally
Flaky pastry with sweet or savory fillings, often featuring apples or cheese.
Why try it?
Rétes, with its delicate pastry and savory or sweet fillings, showcases the Austro-Hungarian pastry tradition, offering a taste of history and the region's dedication to craftsmanship and indulgence.
How it tastes
Thin, crispy layers of pastry encase rich, flavorful fillings like apple or sweet cheese, providing a perfect balance of textures and flavors in every bite, accompanied by a gentle crunch and a sweet aroma.
Origin & History — first documented: 1700
Rétes, the Hungarian iteration of strudel, developed in the 18th century influenced by Austrian and Turkish pastries, becoming a beloved treat in Hungary, embodying the rich history of the Empire's culinary exchanges.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 150 g strudel dough
- 300 g apples
- 🍯 50 g sugar
- 🧂 2 tsp cinnamon
- 🥛 50 g butter
- 30 g raisins
Method
- 1 Roll out dough thinly.
- 2 Spread filling of sugared apples and cinnamon.
- 3 Roll carefully and place on baking sheet.
- 4 Bake until golden brown and crispy.
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