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Hungarian Goulash

An authentic Hungarian Goulash that is rich, deeply flavorful, and loaded with tender beef and hearty vegetables. Slow-simmered with paprika and spices, it's pure comfort in a bowl.

Details
Cuisine Hungarian
Servings 6
Source deesviral

Ingredients

Ingredient Imperial Metric
Beef chuck, cut into cubes 2 lbs 900 g
Olive oil 2 tbsp 30 ml
Large onions, chopped 2 whole 2 whole
Garlic cloves, minced 3 whole 3 whole
Sweet Hungarian paprika 2 tbsp 12 g
Smoked paprika 1 tsp 2 g
Caraway seeds (optional) 1 tsp 2 g
Tomato paste 2 tbsp 30 g
Beef broth 4 cups 960 ml
Carrots, sliced 2 whole 2 whole
Potatoes, diced 2 whole 2 whole
Red bell pepper, chopped 1 whole 1 whole
Salt to taste to taste
Black pepper to taste to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the onions until soft, then add the garlic and cook briefly.
  2. Stir in the sweet Hungarian paprika, smoked paprika, and tomato paste.
  3. Add the beef cubes and brown on all sides.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook on low for 1½ to 2 hours until the beef is tender.
  5. Add the carrots, potatoes, and bell pepper. Simmer for another 20 to 25 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
  6. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.

Notes

  • Serve hot with crusty bread or over egg noodles.
  • Caraway seeds are optional but add a traditional flavor.
  • For a thicker stew, remove the lid for the last 15 minutes of cooking.