Hungarian Haluski (Cabbage and Noodles Recipe) - A Spicy Perspective (2024)

Hungarian Haluski (Cabbage and Noodles Recipe)-A traditional Polish and Hungarian dish made of sautéedCabbage with Noodles with Bacon. Haluski (also called Kaposztas Kocka) is just the kind of comfort food I crave around the holidays.

Traditional Haluski Recipe

The holiday season is often a time we want to celebrate heritage and family traditions. This proves to be alittledifficult for me, because I’m most certainly amutt.

As far as I know, I’m a loose co*cktail of Native American, English, French and who knows what else. So no distinct cultural traditions stand out.

Growing up in my house, we made up our own traditions around the holidays, instead of relying on those that came before us. I guess that is the American way…

However Lt. Dan has a strong Hungarian heritage, and I love to hear the stories his grandmother tells of their old country customs and special holiday dishes.

Being married to a Hungarian, I’ve casually adoptedHungarianas my cultural tie of choice, so many of the holiday dishes we make stem from Lt. Dan’s great-grandmother’s recipes.

Cabbage and Noodles

In years past we’ve made HungarianChicken Paprikason Christmas Eve as our cozy meal to ring in the Christmas spirit.

Yet another Hungarian dish I’m very fond of, Haluski, is much simpler to make and oh so comforting. This traditional cabbage and noodle dish (also called Kaposztas Kocka) is so easy to prepare, takes no time at all, and requires just5 ingredients… 6 if you want to garnish it.

With only egg noodles, cabbage, onions, garlic, and bacon you’ve got Haluski Cabbage and Noodles, a traditional Hungarian peasant dish, that is fit for a king.

It should be noted, although I think of this as a Hungarian recipe, because of who shared it with me, Cabbage and Noodles is a VERY popular dish in Poland, Slovakia, the Czech Republic, Ukraine, and most of Eastern Europe. The are many variations with various names as well.

Best Haluski Recipe

Haluski Cabbage and Noodles is a simple main dish you can serve on its own this holiday season, or as a hearty side dish to ameaty main course. This no-frills Haluski Cabbage and Noodles is richly bathed in bacon grease, so it is the perfect companion to a roasted bird, braised pork, or even a thick juicy steak.

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The DeLallo family ofDeLallo Foods!

This holiday season, DeLallo encourages you to get into the #SpiritofNatale with cozy family dishes and memorable meals! (Natalemeans Christmas in Italian.)

What Ingredients You Will Need

This haluski and fried cabbage recipe takes just a few ingredients! Here’s what you’ll need:

• Thick Cut Bacon – chopped
• Sliced Green Cabbage – only need about half a cabbage
• Medium Onion – sliced
• Minced Garlic Cloves
• Package DeLallo Egg Noodles – I used Pappardelle
• Chopped Parsley for Garnish

How To Make Hungarian Haluski

Place a large pot of salted water over high heat and bring to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions.

Drain and set aside, reserving 1 cup of the pasta water for later use.

Meanwhile, cut the cabbage and onion into quarters. Sliced into strips. Remove the thickest white sections of the cabbage and keep the thinner white and green layers.

Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon and saute until crisp. Then add the cabbage and onions.

Saute for 5 minutes, then salt and pepper to taste. Toss in the garlic and saute for another 5 minutes.

Once the cabbage is tender, toss the pasta in the skillet. Stir to mix and add a little of the reserved pasta water to help blend the flavors.

Taste for salt and pepper, then garnish with fresh chopped parsley.

Serve warm.

Get The Full (Printable) Hungarian Haluski Cabbage and Noodles Recipe Below. Enjoy!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is haluski?

Haluski is a Hungarian dish that is made of thick, dumpling like noodles made with fried cabbage for a hearty and comforting dish!

How Long Will Leftovers Last In The Fridge?

This cabbage mixture can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 3 to 5 days.

Can I Store Leftovers In The Freezer?

If you store it properly, you can freeze this recipe for 2 to 3 months. If possible, suction the air out of the container to prevent freezer burn inside the airtight container.

Can I Add Other Meats?

Of course, you can! Chicken, Kielbasa Sausage, Beef, or even meaty dumplings would all be great additions to this recipe.

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by DeLallo Foods. All opinions are my own.

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Disclosure: This post is sponsored by DeLallo Foods. All opinions are my own.