Hungarian Bean Soup with Sausage (Kolbászos Bableves) 🇭🇺🍲
There’s nothing more comforting than a warm bowl of traditional Hungarian Bean Soup with Sausage. This hearty and flavorful dish is packed with tender beans, smoky Hungarian sausage, vegetables, and rich paprika flavors that make every spoonful unforgettable. Perfect for chilly days or cozy family dinners, this classic Hungarian recipe is both satisfying and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
- 400 g dried white beans (soaked overnight)
- 300 g Hungarian sausage (kolbász), sliced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 1 parsley root or parsnip, sliced
- 2 potatoes, diced
- 2 tablespoons Hungarian paprika
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons oil or lard
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 150 ml sour cream
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the Beans
Drain the soaked beans and place them in a large pot. Cover with fresh water and begin cooking over medium heat.
2. Cook the Vegetables
Add the carrots, parsley root, potatoes, and bay leaf to the pot. Let everything simmer gently.
3. Sauté the Base
In a separate pan, heat the oil or lard and sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add the garlic and sliced sausage, cooking until fragrant and lightly browned.
4. Add the Paprika
Remove the pan from heat and stir in the Hungarian paprika. Mix quickly to avoid burning the paprika.
5. Combine Everything
Transfer the sausage mixture into the soup pot. Season with salt and pepper, then continue cooking until the beans are soft and tender.
6. Make the Sour Cream Mixture
Mix the flour with the sour cream until smooth. Add a few spoonfuls of hot soup to temper the mixture, then slowly stir it back into the soup.
7. Finish and Serve
Simmer for another 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Serve hot with fresh bread and garnish with parsley.
Tips for the Best Hungarian Bean Soup
- Use authentic Hungarian sausage for the richest flavor.
- Smoked paprika can add extra depth if desired.
- The soup tastes even better the next day after the flavors develop overnight.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this traditional Hungarian bean soup with crusty bread, pickles, or fresh hot peppers for an authentic Hungarian dining experience.
Enjoy this delicious homemade comfort food! 🇭🇺✨
