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Velvety Hungarian Paprika Sauce (Vegetarian) – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Velvety Hungarian Paprika Sauce (Vegetarian)

Unlock the secret to authentic Central European flavor with this luscious, velvety Hungarian Paprika Sauce. It's the ultimate creamy, smoky, and slightly spicy finishing touch that transforms simple vegetarian dishes into unforgettable culinary experiences.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 cup
Calories: 95
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 4 Tbs. / 57 g (2.01 oz) unsalted butter
  • 4 Tbs. / 30 g (1.06 oz) all-purpose flour
  • 2½ cups / 590 ml (20 fl oz) heated vegetable broth
  • ¼ to ½ tsp. / 1 to 2 g (0.07 oz) hot paprika or cayenne pepper, to taste
  • 2 tsp . / 4 g (0.14 oz) sweet Hungarian paprika
  • Salt, to taste
  • ¼ cup (60 ml / 2 fl oz) heavy cream
  • Use high-quality, fresh Hungarian sweet paprika for the most authentic, vibrant flavor and deep red color.
  • To ensure a silky, lump-free sauce, make sure your vegetable broth is warm (not boiling) before you slowly whisk it into the roux.
  • For a richer, more complex flavor, add a tablespoon of tomato paste along with the paprika.
  • This sauce can be made vegan by substituting the butter with a high-quality vegan butter and the heavy cream with full-fat coconut cream or a cashew-based cream.

Method
 

  1. In a medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan over low heat, melt the butter.
  2. Whisk in the flour to form a smooth paste (a roux) and cook, stirring constantly, for 2-3 minutes until it smells nutty.
  3. Gradually pour in the warm vegetable broth while whisking continuously to prevent any lumps from forming.
  4. Continue to whisk until the sauce begins to smoothly thicken.
  5. Stir in the hot paprika, sweet paprika, and a generous pinch of salt.
  6. Reduce the heat to low and allow the sauce to simmer gently for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce should reduce slightly and thicken enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  7. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the heavy cream until fully incorporated.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or paprika if desired.
  9. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 95kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 8g

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