Hungarian Stuffed Pork Loin (Töltött Karaj)

Hungarian stuffed pork loin, known as töltött karaj, is a beautiful traditional-style dish that turns a simple pork roast into an impressive centerpiece.

The pork is butterflied and filled with a savory mixture of bread, eggs, herbs, and seasonings before being rolled and roasted until tender. Once sliced, the stuffing creates a beautiful spiral through the meat, making this dish perfect for family dinners, Sunday lunches, and festive occasions.

Ingredients

For the Pork

• 2½–3 lb boneless pork loin
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon sweet Hungarian paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
• ½ teaspoon caraway seeds, optional

For the Stuffing

• 4 cups day-old bread, cubed
• 2 large eggs, hard-boiled and chopped
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons butter or oil
• 1 large egg, beaten
• ¼ cup milk
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
• Salt and black pepper, to taste