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FISH IN PAPRIKA SAUCE (Hungarian Paprika Sauce) | by Chef by Night

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Fish in Paprika Sauce

Cultural Context

Originating from Hungary, Fish in Paprika Sauce showcases the country's love for paprika, a spice that defines many traditional dishes. This dish reflects the Hungarian culinary tradition of using simple, fresh ingredients to create rich flavors. Today, it is enjoyed in various forms across Central Europe, often served with dumplings or bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

HungarianHUmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
750g white fish
salt
white pepper
2 English potatoes
500ml heavy cream
3 tablespoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1 tablespoon butter
olive oil

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Greek yogurt offers a tangy flavor with fewer calories.

fish fillets

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while canned fish is budget-friendly.

1

Season both sides of the fish with salt and white pepper.

2

Slice 2 English potatoes into 1cm thick rounds.

3

Add butter to a skillet and cook the potato slices for 5 minutes on each side.

4

Transfer the potato slices to an oven-safe dish.

5

Drizzle olive oil over the fish fillets and cook for 3 minutes.

6

Flip the fish fillets and cook for an additional 1 minute.

7

Place the fish fillets on top of the potatoes.

8

Pour the sauce from the skillet over the fish and potatoes, scraping the bottom of the skillet with a silicone spatula.

9

Cook for 3 minutes.

10

Spread the sauce over the fish and potatoes, cover with aluminum foil, and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 25 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

skilletsilicone spatulaoven-safe dish

Spice Level:

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Allergens

fishdairy

Also Known As

Paprikás Hal

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