Beef Goulash
Beef goulash is a tasty stew with tender beef and rich flavors. It’s easy to make and perfect for a warm, filling meal.
Equipment
- Heavy-bottomed pot
Ingredients
Beef Goulash Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef chuck cut into bite-sized cubes
- 2 tablespoons Hungarian paprika sweet or smoked depending on preference
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or lard
- 1 piece bell pepper diced, red or green
- 2 cups beef broth or stock
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes or tomato paste
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds optional
- 2 pieces bay leaves optional
- fresh parsley optional garnish
- sour cream optional garnish
Instructions
- Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add beef cubes and brown all sides, working in batches if necessary. Remove beef and set aside.
- In the same pot, reduce heat to medium. Add onions and cook until translucent. Stir in garlic and paprika quickly to bloom the spices without burning.
- Add diced bell peppers and crushed tomatoes or tomato paste. Cook for a few minutes until fragrant.
- Return beef to the pot. Pour in beef broth and add optional caraway seeds and bay leaves.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 2 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally, until beef is tender and sauce thickens.
- Remove bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add extra broth if too thick.
- Let rest off heat for 15 minutes before serving.
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Notes
Use fresh Hungarian paprika for best flavor. Feel free to add vegetables like carrots or mushrooms to customize.