Traditional Hungarian Goulash (Beef Stew)

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Experience the true essence of Hungary with this traditional Hungarian Goulash (beef stew) recipe.

Prep Time25

Cook Time2 15

Total Time2 40

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Eastern European, European, Hungarian

Keyword: Beef soup, Hungarian goulash, Hungarian stew

Servings:

Calories: 392kcal

Ingredients

2 1/2 lbs Beef chuck cut 1.5″ cubes
4 strips Bacon optional (use olive oil instead)
1 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Black pepper
1 Onion diced
6 cloves Garlic minced
2 Yellow pepper medium diced
2 Red peppers medium diced
5 cup Beef broth
4 Bay leaves
3 Carrots Medium (sliced)
1 lbs Potatoes Cut in chunks
1/4 cup Hungarain sweet paprika
1 tsp Granulated onion
3 tsp Tomato paste
1 tbsp Carawy seeds
Salt and black pepper

Instructions

Heat a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add a chopped bacon to the pot. Wait until the pork relese the grease and remove the bacon pices and 1 Ttbsp of bacon grease.
Add the diced onions and cook until they begin to soften and turn golden brown, stirring occasionally, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic cloves and cook for additional minute. Set it aside.
On the large skillet with a bcaon grrese brown the meat on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure even browning.
Add pepper s to the pot with onions and cook for another 10 minutes until fragrant.
Sprinkle the Hungarian sweet paprika over the beef and vegetable mixture, stirring well to coat everything evenly. Add caraway seeds; cook for another minute to toast the spices. Make sure you don't burn the paprika because it will become bitter.
Add beef and pour in the beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot for added flavor.
Bring the mixture to a boil on medium high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and cover the pot. Let the Goulash simmer on medium heat for about 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally.
After that, add the diced carrots and potatoes to the pot. Continue to simmer, covered, for another 45 - 1 hour or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
Add tomato paste, stir it and season the Goulash with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning as needed.
Once the Goulash is ready, please remove it from the heat and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the Hungarian Goulash hot, garnished with a dollop of sour cream if desired.
Enjoy with crusty bread or noodles for a hearty meal.
You can also make this Hungarian beef goulash in a slow cooker, oven or instant pot.

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