Sausage Lecso with Eggs
Sausage lecso with eggs is a classic Hungarian dish that is quick to prepare and incredibly satisfying. This dish is a perfect choice for breakfast, dinner, or even a quick lunch. As the peppers and tomatoes cook in the pan, the traditional scent of lecso fills the kitchen, while the addition of sausage and eggs makes the dish even more substantial. The secret to perfect sausage lecso is fresh vegetables and proper seasoning. The egg adds a silky texture, while the salty, smoky flavor of the sausage complements the freshness of the lecso. Serve it with fresh bread, toast, or enjoy it on its own.
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
Finely chop the onion and garlic. Slice the bell peppers into rings and dice the tomatoes. Slice the sausage into rounds.
2
Heat the sunflower oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion and garlic until softened and translucent.
3
Add the bell peppers, season with salt and pepper to taste, and sprinkle with Hungarian sweet paprika. Stir well and cook for 5 minutes.
4
Add the diced tomatoes and continue to cook for another 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the lecso has thickened.
5
Stir in the sliced sausage and cook for 5 minutes, until the sausage is heated through.
6
Crack the eggs directly into the sausage lecso. Stir gently and cook until the eggs are set but still slightly runny.
7
Serve immediately with fresh bread or toast. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
