Potato Paprikash (Paprika Potatoes)

Step 1

Peel, wash and dice potatoes - cut them into approx. 3/4 inch (2 cm) cubes, then store them in water to prevent from browning.

Step 2

Finely chop an onion. If possible, peel your sausage, cut in half lengthwise, then cut into approx. 2/5 inch (1 cm) pieces.

Step 3

Heat oil or lard in a medium-size pan.

Step 4

Add chopped onions. Cook over high heat for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become translucent.

Step 5

Add sausage. Continue sautéing for 3-4 minutes over a high flame, stirring occasionally. Let your sausages release their fat.

Step 6

Add paprika.

Step 7

Add potatoes. Don't add water at this point yet.

Step 8

Mix thoroughly. Cook over high flame, stirring occasionally, for 3-4 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Step 9

Add just enough water to cover the potatoes. You'll need approximately 2 cups (450-500 ml).

Step 10

Bring it to a boil over a high flame. Turn the heat down once it's boiling to medium heat.

Step 11

Cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Your potato paprikash is ready when the potatoes become soft and they start falling apart while stirring. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring once in a while, so the scraped off potatoes thicken the sauce.

Step 12

Potato paprikash is best served with fresh white bread. Sour cream and pickles also go well with it.