BEEF CHEEK GOULASH

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Provided by Pete Wells

Categories     dinner, lunch, main course

Time 6h

Yield 6 to 8 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/3 cup rendered duck fat or safflower oil
5 large onions (2 pounds), halved and thinly sliced
5 red bell peppers, trimmed and roughly chopped
3/4 cup tomato paste
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons sweet paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons hot paprika
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons dried marjoram
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
2 teaspoons caraway seeds, toasted and freshly ground
1/8 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh marjoram, plus additional for garnish
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme
1/4 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
3 1/2 pounds beef cheeks, trimmed and halved, or 3 1/2 pounds deckle (second cut) brisket, cut into 2-inch chunks
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons pickling liquid from a jar of cornichons or other sour pickles, or apple cider vinegar, to taste.

Steps:

  • In a large heavy pot over medium-low heat, melt the duck fat (or heat the oil) and add the onions. Reduce heat to very low and cook slowly cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are a very dark brown, 1 1/2 to 2 hours. If necessary, toward the end of cooking, raise heat to medium and stir constantly until onions are browned.
  • Meanwhile, place the red peppers in a steamer over boiling water and steam until very soft, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer peppers to a food mill or blender and purée (straining afterward if using a blender). You should have 3/4 cup purée; reserve any remainder for another use.
  • Add the tomato paste to the onions and cook until paste darkens, about 5 minutes. Add the sweet and hot paprikas and mix well. Add 7 cups water, the red pepper purée, the vinegar, dried marjoram, garlic, ground caraway seeds and lemon zest. Add half of each of the fresh marjoram, thyme and rosemary.
  • Season the beef cheeks generously with salt and pepper and add them to the pot. Bring liquid to a bare simmer and cook partly covered, stirring only 3 or 4 times, for at least 3 hours, then add the rest of the fresh herbs and begin to check the cheeks' tenderness with a fork. They are done when they fall easily from the fork, after about 4 hours. They should be meltingly tender, but not fall apart. As some pieces will take longer than others, pull them from the liquid as they are done. Spread the cooked beef cheeks in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  • When all the cheeks are done, pass the cooking liquid through a colander. (Don't use a sieve, as you want to push tiny bits of onion through to make a slightly chunky sauce.)
  • Pour the sauce over the cheeks and season to taste with salt, pepper, additional fresh marjoram and cornichon juice. Serve immediately, very hot, or reheat by covering baking sheet and returning cheeks to oven at 350 degrees.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 436, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 46 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 1002 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Victor max
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This goulash is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's hearty, flavorful, and satisfying. I love the combination of beef cheeks, vegetables, and spices. It's the perfect meal to warm you up on a cold day.


Taylor Martin
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I'm not a big fan of beef cheeks, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The beef cheeks were cooked to perfection, and the sauce was amazing. I served it over mashed potatoes, and it was a perfect meal.


Dh monir Khan
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to make, and it doesn't require a lot of ingredients. But despite its simplicity, the goulash is still very flavorful and delicious.


Raju Rj
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This goulash is a great way to use up leftover beef cheeks. I had some leftover from a roast, and I decided to use them to make this goulash. It turned out great! The beef cheeks were so tender, and the sauce was very flavorful.


Destiny Adkins
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook beef cheeks, and this goulash is definitely a winner. The beef cheeks were so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was amazing. I served it over egg noodles, and it was the perfect comfort food.


Elsie Naanorley
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I'm a big fan of one-pot meals, and this goulash is definitely one of my favorites. It's easy to make, and it doesn't require a lot of cleanup. But despite its simplicity, the goulash is still very flavorful and delicious.


Gopal Bohara
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This goulash is a great way to impress your guests. It's elegant, delicious, and sure to please everyone. I love the combination of beef cheeks, vegetables, and spices. It's the perfect meal for a special occasion.


christain joe
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes, and this goulash definitely fits the bill. It's unique, flavorful, and delicious. I love the combination of beef cheeks, vegetables, and spices. It's the perfect meal for a special occasion.


Richard Gibson
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This goulash is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's hearty, flavorful, and satisfying. I love the combination of beef cheeks, vegetables, and spices. It's the perfect meal to warm you up on a cold day.


sqinzie sqanser
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I'm not a big fan of beef cheeks, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The beef cheeks were cooked to perfection, and the sauce was amazing. I served it over mashed potatoes, and it was a perfect meal.


Cerrylino “cerbits” Bitagara
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to make, and it doesn't require a lot of ingredients. But despite its simplicity, the goulash is still very flavorful and delicious.


Tyra Mazango
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This goulash is a great way to use up leftover beef cheeks. I had some leftover from a roast, and I decided to use them to make this goulash. It turned out great! The beef cheeks were so tender, and the sauce was very flavorful.


Princewill Ayozie
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I'm a huge fan of goulash, and this recipe is definitely one of my favorites. The beef cheeks were so tender and juicy, and the sauce was perfectly seasoned. I served it over egg noodles, and it was the perfect comfort food.


Somon Biswas
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I made this goulash for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the fact that it's a one-pot meal. It made cleanup a breeze.


Robett Hodges
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This goulash is the best I've ever had. The beef cheeks were cooked to perfection, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I loved the addition of the paprika and caraway seeds. It really gave the goulash a unique flavor.


Thobeka Ngcobo
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'd never cooked beef cheeks before. But I'm so glad I did! The beef cheeks were so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was amazing. I served it over mashed potatoes, and it was a perfect meal.


Kirigoola Benon
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This goulash is a keeper! It's easy to make and absolutely delicious. I love the combination of beef cheeks, vegetables, and spices. It's the perfect meal for a special occasion.


Ash Thompson
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I'm not usually a fan of goulash, but this recipe changed my mind. The beef cheeks were melt-in-your-mouth tender, and the sauce was perfectly seasoned. I'll definitely be making this again.


Hosen Ahamed
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This goulash was a hit! The beef cheeks were so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and savory. I served it over egg noodles, and it was the perfect comfort food for a cold night.