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A bowl of hearty beef goulash filled with tender beef chunks, carrots, potatoes, and rich broth, garnished with fresh parsley, served with crusty bread.

Hearty Beef Goulash Recipe

This hearty beef goulash recipe serves 6, with about 350-400 calories per serving. It takes around 2 hours to prepare and cook, combining tender beef, potatoes, carrots, and bell peppers in a rich, flavorful broth. Perfect for a cozy, comforting meal!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 6
Course: dinner, lunch
Cuisine: hungarian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs beef chuck cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 large onions diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tbsp sweet paprika
  • 1 tsp caraway seeds optional
  • 3 tbsp tomato paste
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 large potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Sear the Beef: Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the beef chunks and sear them until all sides are browned.. Remove and set aside.
  2. Cook Onions and Garlic: In the same pot, sauté onions until golden. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Add Paprika and Tomato Paste: Stir in paprika, caraway seeds (if using), and tomato paste. Cook for 1-2 minutes to release flavors.
  4. Simmer the Stew: Return the beef to the pot. Pour in the beef broth and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover the pot, and let it simmer for an hour.
  5. Add Vegetables: Stir in potatoes, carrots, and bell peppers. Simmer for another 30-40 minutes until vegetables and beef are tender.
  6. Season and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.