Hungarian Cabbage Noodles (Káposztás Tészta)

Ingredients

• 500 g egg noodles
• 1 small head white cabbage, finely shredded
• 2–3 tablespoons vegetable oil or lard
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• Salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon sweet Hungarian paprika
• Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

1. Cook the egg noodles in salted water according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. Heat the oil or lard in a large pan and sauté the chopped onion until soft.
3. Add the shredded cabbage and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until soft and lightly browned.
4. Add the sugar, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Stir well and cook for another 2–3 minutes.
5. Add the cooked noodles to the cabbage and toss everything together.
6. Cook for a few more minutes until the noodles are well coated and slightly golden.
7. Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.