Hungarian Cabbage Noodles with Caramelized Cabbage and Onions (Káposztás Tészta)
A comforting Hungarian dish of tender egg noodles tossed with sweet, caramelized cabbage and onions for a simple yet flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Hungarian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 4 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil or butter
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the egg noodles in salted boiling water according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- Heat the oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the cabbage, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Cook over medium-low heat for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is soft and caramelized.
- If using paprika, stir it in during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Add the cooked noodles to the skillet and toss to combine.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve warm.
Notes
- Add a pinch of caraway seeds for a traditional flavor.
- Use butter instead of oil for extra richness.
- Include sautéed mushrooms or shredded carrots for variation.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat with a splash of water or oil to prevent sticking.
- Reduce or omit sugar for a more savory version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
