Rice Lecso with Sausage
Rice lecso is one of the best-known and most beloved one-pot dishes in Hungarian cuisine, building on the foundations of traditional lecso. Simple ingredients and easy preparation make this dish popular, and it can be varied in many ways. Adding sausage makes it even more flavorful and satisfying. The secret to perfect rice lecso is slow cooking and proper seasoning. If you want to try a hearty, homemade Hungarian dish, this recipe is the perfect choice!
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Preparation Steps
1
Rinse the rice thoroughly, then soak it for 15 minutes to help it cook more easily.
2
Dice the onion and garlic. Chop the bell peppers and tomatoes into smaller pieces. Slice the sausage.
3
Heat the oil in a large pot or Dutch oven. Sauté the onion until softened, then add the sausage and brown for a few minutes to release its flavors.
4
Add the garlic and bell peppers, and sauté for 5 minutes, or until slightly softened.
5
Sprinkle with Hungarian sweet paprika, stir quickly, then add the tomatoes. Cook over medium heat for another 5 minutes.
6
Add the rice, then stir to combine with the other ingredients. Pour in the water or broth.
7
Cover and cook over low heat for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
8
Once cooked, stir through, and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve hot.
