Description
Warm, hearty Hungarian goulash celebrates rich beef stew traditions from Central Europe’s culinary landscape. Savory paprika-infused meat and vegetables simmer slowly, inviting you to savor authentic flavors that connect directly to Hungarian kitchen heritage.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 700 grams (1.5 pounds) beef stewing steak, cut into 4 centimeters (1.5 inches) cubes
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 2 large onions, sliced
- 1 clove garlic, crushed
- 1 red or green pepper
- 400 grams (14 ounces) chopped tomatoes
Seasonings and Other Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 rounded tablespoon plain flour
- 1 rounded tablespoon smoked paprika
- 150 milliliters (5 fluid ounces) soured cream
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at a low temperature of 140C (285F) to ensure slow, gentle cooking of the meat.
- In a flameproof casserole, heat oil and methodically brown beef chunks in multiple batches, creating a rich caramelized exterior; transfer browned meat to a separate plate.
- Using the same pot with residual beef drippings, sauté onions until translucent and softened, approximately 5 minutes.
- Reintroduce the browned beef to the pot, then incorporate minced garlic, gently dusting with flour and paprika to create a flavorful coating.
- Introduce diced tomatoes, seasoning with salt and pepper, then gently bring the mixture to a simmering state.
- Securely cover the casserole and transfer to the preheated oven, allowing the stew to tenderize for 2 hours.
- Incorporate sliced bell peppers into the goulash, returning the dish to the oven for an additional 30 minutes to infuse additional flavor and soften the peppers.
- Moments before serving, fold in creamy sour cream to add richness and brightness, then present the goulash piping hot.
Notes
- Choose a well-marbled beef cut like chuck or shin for maximum tenderness and rich flavor.
- Toast paprika briefly in the pot before adding other ingredients to enhance its deep, smoky taste.
- Swap sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter, protein-packed alternative suitable for health-conscious diners.
- Gluten-free adaptation: Replace wheat flour with cornstarch or almond flour to maintain the sauce’s thickness without compromising texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hungarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg