Rakott Krumpli

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1

Traditional Hungarian layered potatoes, Rakott Krumpli recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

650

Sugar

Fat

38g

Rakott Krumpli, also known as layered potatoes, is a traditional Hungarian comfort food that's popular in many parts of Central and Eastern Europe. It consists of thin layers of sliced boiled potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, and sliced speck or bacon, all seasoned with sour cream and grated cheese. The dish is typically baked in the oven until golden brown, and it's often served with pickles and fresh green salad. Rakott Krumpli is a hearty and satisfying meal that's perfect for cold winter nights, or any day when you're craving comforting homemade food.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 180 C.
2.	Peel and slice boiled potatoes, and hard-boiled eggs.
3.	In a baking dish, spread a layer of potatoes.
4.	Next, add a layer of sliced eggs and finish it off with a layer of sliced speck or bacon.
5.	Sprinkle with grated cheese and salt and pepper if necessary.
6.	On top of the cheese layer add a generous amount of sour cream.
7.	Repeat until all ingredients are used up.
8.	The top layer should be sour cream.
9.	Bake in the oven for about 35 minutes until the top is nicely browned.

PROS

Rakott Krumpli is a simple and tasty dish with inexpensive ingredients that are easy to find.

The dish can be easily modified by adding or subtracting ingredients according to personal taste or dietary needs.

CONS

This dish is quite calorie-dense due to its high fat content.

It’s not suitable for vegans, vegetarians, or people who are lactose intolerant.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Rakott Krumpli is a great source of protein from the eggs and speck (bacon).
The potatoes provide a healthy source of carbohydrates, and it’s also high in vitamins and minerals like potassium which helps regulate blood pressure.

	6 boiled potatoes
	4 hard-boiled eggs
	250 ml sour cream
	100 g sliced speck , bacon or 100 g Hungarian sausage
	100 g grated cheese
	salt and pepper ( optional )