Description
Indulge in a steaming bowl of Hungarian Goulash, where tender beef mingles with sweet paprika and aromatic spices. This comforting dish, steeped in tradition, offers a rich tapestry of flavors that transport you straight to the heart of Hungary. Perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings, Hungarian Goulash is not just a meal; it’s an experience that warms both body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 large yellow onions, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp sweet paprika
- 1 tsp caraway seeds
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 2 bay leaves
- ½ cup sour cream (for serving)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef chuck on all sides; remove and set aside.
- Sauté chopped onions in the same pot until soft and translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Stir in sweet paprika and caraway seeds, then add canned tomatoes; mix well.
- Return beef to the pot along with bay leaves and beef broth. Bring to a gentle simmer, partially cover, and cook for 1.5 to 2 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
- Remove from heat, stir in sour cream until creamy. Adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Hungarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg