1981-2000

Balanced and Bountiful

Ginger biscuits on a cake plate and a pastel-color coffee set.

Chickpea curry with naan beside sachets of black pepper and whole cloves.

Inspiration for Healthy Indulgence

The 1980s sees a rise in food trends. In response, Kotányi offers inspirational new seasoning mixes and recipes for a healthy lifestyle. The family has been bringing a huge range of flavors to kitchens for 100 years.

The best Kotányi Recipes of the Era

140 Years
Rabbit Saddle with Paprika Cream Sauce and Vegetables
Unrivaled since the 1980s: Ewald Plachutta's tender rabbit saddle is timelessly delicious.
140 Years
Fish and Shellfish in Paprika Broth
Crab, mussels and three types of fish are enhanced with paprika to create an outstanding dish.

Environmental sustainability is becoming increasingly important. As a result, Kotányi is introducing environmentally friendly sachets.
Vegetarian dishes are becoming increasingly popular. Kotányi creates recipes aimed at celebrating this diet.
Kotányi has been selling paprika in silver packaging for almost a hundred years. János' tried-and-tested beef goulash recipe is printed on the side.