Ah, túrós csusza! That’s a classic Hungarian comfort dish made with noodles, cottage cheese (túró), and crispy bacon. It’s simple but incredibly satisfying—creamy, salty, and a little tangy.
Ingredients (for 4 servings)
- 300–400 g Hungarian-style egg noodles (or any small pasta)
- 250–300 g túró (cottage cheese can work if you don’t have túró)
- 150 g bacon, diced
- 2–3 tablespoons sour cream
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook noodles in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain.
- Cook bacon in a pan until crispy. Remove some fat if there’s too much, but keep a little for flavor.
- Mix noodles and cheese: While noodles are hot, crumble the túró over them so it softens and mixes in.
- Add sour cream and stir gently.
- Top with crispy bacon and a little of the reserved fat if desired.
- Serve warm—simple, rich, and comforting.
This dish is best fresh, and it’s a staple in Hungarian homes for a hearty, filling meal.
If you want, I can also give a tip to make the noodles extra creamy and the bacon perfectly crispy, which makes a huge difference. Do you want that?
