Hungarian Goulash: A Comforting Bowl of Homemade Joy
A hearty and comforting Hungarian goulash recipe that warms the soul.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Hungarian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 onions, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon caraway seeds
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 cups beef broth
- 3 potatoes, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onions and garlic, sautéing until translucent.
- Stir in the beef cubes and brown on all sides.
- Add paprika, caraway seeds, salt, and pepper, stirring to combine.
- Pour in the beef broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until beef is tender.
- Add potatoes, carrots, bell pepper, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Simmer for another 30 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Serve hot with fresh bread.
Notes
- For extra flavor, let the goulash sit overnight in the fridge before serving.
- Adjust the spiciness by adding chili powder if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Hungarian Goulash