Name: Hungarian Goulash
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 110 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 500 g beef, cut into cubes or strips; 1 large onion, thinly sliced; 125 g chestnut mushrooms, sliced (optional); 1 green bell pepper, diced; 3 garlic cloves, mashed; 1 organic beef stock cube; 3–4 tbsp olive oil; 1 heaped tbsp paprika; 1 level tbsp sweet smoked paprika; ¼ tsp hot smoked paprika or chili powder; 1 bay leaf; 1 tbsp tomato paste; ½ tsp caraway seeds (optional); ½ tsp turmeric (optional); Salt and pepper

"Hungarian Goulash is a hearty national dish from Hungary, featuring tender beef cubes simmered in a rich, paprika-laced sauce with bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms. This comforting stew bursts with smoky, spicy flavors that warm you from the inside out. Pair it with pasta, dumplings, or bread for an authentic meal."

Method 4 Steps

1

Heat the oil in a casserole, then add the beef and fry until golden brown on all sides. Stir in the onion and garlic, and when they start to brown, add the mushrooms (if using).
2

Stir in the bell pepper, followed by the bay leaf, tomato paste, and all the other spices, including salt and pepper.
3

Stir-fry briefly, then crumble in the stock cube, add half a glass of water, and simmer over low heat until the meat is tender and the sauce has thickened.
4

Serve hot with your choice of accompaniment.

Hungarian Goulash

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