Hungarian Lecsó with Sausage

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 2 bell peppers (1 red, 1 yellow), thinly sliced 2 bell peppers (1 red, 1 yellow), thinly sliced
• 3 tomatoes, diced 3 tomatoes, diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 4 sausages (such as Hungarian kolbász or smoked sausage), sliced 4 sausages (such as Hungarian kolbász or smoked sausage), sliced
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Fresh parsley, for garnish Fresh parsley, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 25g, 8g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 10g, 6g
• Protein: 20g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Add the sliced onions and sauté until they become translucent and slightly caramelized.
3. 3.
   Add the bell peppers and continue to sauté until they soften.
4. 4.
   Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
5. 5.
   Add the diced tomatoes, sliced sausages, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
6. 6.
   Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet or pot, and let the Lecsó simmer for about 20-25 minutes, until the flavors meld together and the vegetables are tender.
7. 7.
   Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
8. 8.
   Serve the Lecsó hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Sausage — If you prefer a spicier flavor, you can use hot Hungarian sausage. Alternatively, you can substitute it with your favorite smoked sausage variety.

Tips & Tricks

• For a vegetarian version, omit the sausage and add extra vegetables like mushrooms or zucchini.
• Serve Lecsó with crusty bread or Hungarian rice for a complete meal.
• Leftover Lecsó can be refrigerated and enjoyed the next day, as the flavors intensify.

Serving advice

Lecsó is traditionally served as a main course. It pairs well with a side of crusty bread or Hungarian rice. You can also serve it alongside a fresh green salad for a balanced meal.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, garnish the Lecsó with a sprinkle of fresh parsley. The vibrant colors of the bell peppers and tomatoes will make the dish visually appealing.