Borsofozelek

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 14

Borsofozelek Recipe for a Hearty Hungarian Soup

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

230

Sugar

Fat

Borsofozelek is a traditional Hungarian soup made with green peas, onions, and paprika. It can be served as a main course or as a side dish to a hearty Hungarian meal. This soup is often enjoyed during the spring and summer months when fresh green peas are in season. Borsofozelek is also a popular dish during Lent, when people would traditionally give up meat for the season.

Instructions

1.	In a medium saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
2.	Add the minced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until translucent.
3.	Add the Hungarian paprika and cook for another minute, stirring frequently.
4.	Add the water and green peas to the saucepan and bring to a boil.
5.	Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the peas are soft.
6.	In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and milk.
7.	Gradually pour the milk mixture into the saucepan, stirring constantly.
8.	Simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the soup has thickened to your desired consistency.
9.	Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot!

PROS

Borsofozelek is a nutritious and filling soup, perfect for cold winter days.

This recipe is relatively easy to make and can be adjusted to your liking.

It is also vegetarian and can be made vegan by substituting the milk with a plant-based alternative.

CONS

Borsofozelek is high in carbohydrates and may not be suitable for those on a low-carb diet.

Some people may not like the texture of the green peas in this soup.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Green peas are a good source of vitamins and minerals, including Vitamin K, Vitamin C, and Folate.
They are also high in fiber, which can aid in digestion and help you feel full for longer.
The Hungarian paprika used in this recipe contains capsaicin, which has been linked to reducing inflammation and improving heart health.

	1 onion , minced
	1 tablespoon vegetable oil
	1 cup water
	1 lb green peas ( fresh or frozen )
	2 tablespoons flour
	1/2 cup milk
	salt and pepper
	2 teaspoons Hungarian paprika