Hungarian Savoy Cabbage and Potato Stew🇭🇺….

Ohh yes, Ashley! 🤗🇭🇺 That’s a real Hungarian comfort food — hearty, rustic, and perfect for cold days! In Hungary, it’s often called Kelkáposzta Főzelék (Savoy cabbage stew) with potatoes, seasoned generously with paprika and garlic.

Here’s the traditional version:


🥘 Hungarian Savoy Cabbage & Potato Stew (Kelkáposzta Főzelék)

🧾 Ingredients:

  • 1 medium head Savoy cabbage (about 1 ½ lbs / 700 g), shredded
  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled & diced
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp oil or lard
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (for thickening)
  • 1 tbsp sweet Hungarian paprika
  • 1 tsp caraway seeds
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt & black pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup sour cream (optional, for creaminess)