Spicy Hungarian Debrecener Sausage Stew
A Hearty Stew with Smoky, Spicy Sausages
This rich and aromatic stew features traditional Hungarian Debrecener sausages, complemented by a variety of vegetables and spices that create a comforting and robust dish.
- 2 h 30 min
- 6
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Sausages
For the Stew
For Thickening
Preparation
Preparing the Sausages
Heat olive oil
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Brown sausages
Add the sliced sausages and cook until browned.
Set aside sausages
Remove the sausages from the pot and set aside.
Preparing the Stew Base
Sauté aromatics
In the same pot, add onions and garlic; sauté until translucent.
Add vegetables
Add bell peppers, carrots, and potatoes; cook for 5 minutes.
Combine main ingredients
Stir in diced tomatoes, beef broth, paprika, and caraway seeds.
Ensure the heat is kept medium-low when adding paprika to prevent it from burning. Toast caraway seeds briefly in the pot before adding other ingredients to release their flavor.
Cooking Process
Braising
Return the cooked sausages to the pot with the vegetables and broth.
Simmering
Cover and let the stew simmer on low for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally.
Thickening
Mix flour with cold water, add to the stew, and cook until thickened.
Plating & Serving
Spicy Hungarian Debrecener Sausage Stew
Spicy Hungarian Debrecener Sausage Stew
Chef’s Tip
For a deeper flavor, let the stew rest overnight and reheat it before serving.
Plating
Ladle the hot stew into bowls, ensuring an even distribution of sausages and vegetables for each serving.