Hungarian Goulash
Hungarian Goulash is a hearty and flavorful stew made with tender beef, sweet paprika, onions, and slow-cooked spices. Rooted in Central European tradition, this comforting dish combines rustic ingredients with bold flavors for a deeply satisfying meal. Whether served with potatoes, egg noodles, or crusty bread, Hungarian Goulash is perfect for cold nights and family gatherings.
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Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 3-4 Tbsp pork lard or bacon grease
- 3 large onions chopped
- 1/4 cup Hungarian sweet paprika authentic is best
- 2 lbs stewing beef cut into 1/2 inch pieces
- 8-10 garlic cloves minced
- 2 red bell peppers cut into 1/2 inch pieces
- 1 yellow bell pepper cut into 1/2 inch pieces
- 2 large tomatoes diced
- 2 large carrots diced
- 2 large potatoes cut into 1/2 inch pieces
- 5-6 cups beef broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper
- 1/2 tsp crushed caraway seeds optional - not everyone likes this flavour
Instructions
- Melt the pork lard in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat and cook the onion until they begin to brown (about 10 minutes).
- Add the beef pieces and cook until beef is browned all over (about 2 minutes per side).
- Add the peppers, tomatoes, carrots, and garlic and cook for another 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and add the paprika, salt, pepper and caraway seeds.
- Add the beef broth and bay leaves, return to the stove and bring to the boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for about an hour.
- Add the potatoes, return to a boil, reduce the heat to medium, cover and simmer for another 30-40 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve with a dollop of sour cream and crusty fresh bread.