Work from 08:00 until 20:00
All days. No weekends! Call now!
                 

Hungarian Lecho for the Winter

Ivan Ivanchuk
  • Icon Intermediate Level
  • IconLecho
  • Icon 4 servings
  • Icon 15 minutes

Equipment for this dish:

Autoclave "A16 Electro" (Universal)

Autoclave
9700 UAH
More Details
Buy

Doy-Pak RETORT 160x210x41 GREEN 130µm (for sterilization in autoclave) 50 pcs.

Doy-Pak RETORT 160x210x41 GREEN 130µm (for sterilization in autoclave) 50 pcs.
550 UAH
More Details
Buy

Twist Off Lid 82mm (50 pcs)

Twist Off Lid 82mm (50 pcs)
350 UAH
More Details
Buy

Watch the Recipe:

Lecho Recipe with Pepper

Lecho with pepper is a hearty dish from Hungarian cuisine, made with aromatic vegetables, preserving the fresh taste of ripe tomatoes and sweet peppers. Thanks to the preparation in an autoclave, the peppers retain their delicate texture, while the tomatoes turn into a thick, tangy-sweet sauce with a hint of spiciness from bay leaves and peppercorns. Vinegar balances the dish and adds a subtle acidity.

The recipe for lecho with peppers is perfect as a side dish to meat and fish, especially with baked or fried meats. It also complements your pasta or rice dishes, adding a vibrant aroma and color. Hungarian lecho is also delicious as a standalone appetizer, which can be served with bread or toast, or mixed with grains for a light and balanced meal.

Thanks to autoclave preservation, Hungarian lecho retains its rich flavor for a long time, allowing you to enjoy the summer flavors even in the colder months.

Hungarian Lecho for the Winter (4 jars of 0.5 liters)

Ingredients

  • Tomatoes1kg
  • Sweet peppers1.5kg
  • Onions2 pcs
  • Garlic2 cloves
  • Saltto taste
  • Sugar1 tbsp
  • Vinegar2 tbsp
  • Bay leaves2 pcs
  • Black pepperto taste

Step 1

Slice the onions into half-rings and chop the garlic. You can grate or finely chop it into small pieces. Transfer to a bowl.

Step 2

Add green peas and 200g of tomatoes, blended into a puree, to the onions and garlic.

Step 3

Cut the whole tomatoes into cubes and add them to the bowl. You can make puree from all 1 kg of tomatoes or leave some pieces in chunks.

Step 4

Cut the bell peppers (500g) into strips. Use white star, orange, yellow, and red peppers.

Step 5

Add 60g of vinegar, salt, and 50g of sugar.

Step 6

Prepare the jars. Add a few black peppercorns to each jar.

Step 7

Add one bay leaf to each jar.

Step 8

Fill the jars with the lecho mixture. You should have 4 jars.

Step 9

Close the jars with twist-off lids and place them in the autoclave. Cook at 100°C for 15 minutes.

Step 10

Enjoy the Hungarian lecho. It can be served with meat or potatoes.

Enjoy canning with UTECHO!

The bell pepper lecho in tomato sauce, made in the autoclave, preserves maximum vitamins and nutrients, making it not only delicious but also a nutritious addition to your winter diet.

Recipe Author

Ivan Ivanchuk

Chef, MasterChef participant, and host of YouTube channels. Or a culinary wizard who charms Chernivtsi and all of Ukraine with his exquisite dishes and charisma. Combining cozy restaurants, an author’s menu, and an interesting personality, he creates not just recipes, but a true explosion of flavors and emotions.