American chop suey and old fashioned goulash are hearty dishes with a rich history in American cuisine. While the names may suggest an Asian or Eastern European origin, these dishes are uniquely American and have been a staple in many homes for generations. Whether you prefer the saucy and flavorful American chop suey or the comforting and versatile old fashioned goulash, there are several variations of each recipe to suit different tastes and preferences. This article aims to guide you in finding the best recipe to satisfy your cravings for these classic American dishes. We will delve into the history of each dish, provide tips for selecting the right recipe, and explore various cooking techniques to help you create the perfect American chop suey or old fashioned goulash that will delight your palate.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
AMERICAN CHOP SUEY RECIPE
A classic All American chop suey recipe dish that is easy to prepare, budget friendly and everyone will love it!
Provided by Bob
Categories Main Course
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Prep your veggies by washing your bell pepper, and then chopping your onions and bell pepper into small pieces
- Preheat your frypan and when hot add the oil
- Once the oil is good and hot go ahead and add your ground beef. Make sure to brown the beef to get that great flavor. Remove the ground beef when cooked through.
- Now, get the water boiling for the elbow macaroni. Once the water is boiling add your macaroni and cook until al dente. Strain the water out of the macaroni.Add a little bit of oil to the macaroni elbows to make sure they dont stick.
- In the same frying pan go ahead and saute the onions and peppers. Add more oil if needed.After the onions are translucent go ahead and add the sauce, salt, Italian seasoning and ground beef to the pan. Bring to a boil.After it gets to a boil turn it down to a simmer.
- Now add it all together. Pour the sauce over the cooked elbows and mix it all together.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 6 g, Calories 549 kcal, Carbohydrate 73 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 54 mg, Sodium 990 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 12 g, UnsaturatedFat 8 g
AMERICAN CHOP SUEY
Note from the owners: Since we were on the Food Network, we have received thousands of e-mails wanting our recipe for American Chop Suey. Well, Carol has decided to unlock her recipe vault, so here you go!
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 1. Heat the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for about 1 minute. Then add the ground beef and continue to cook, stirring and breaking up the chunks of meat with a spoon. Cook until the meat is no longer pink, about 7 minutes. Sprinkle the herbs and pepper over the meat, add salt to taste, and mix in well.
- 2. Add the canned tomatoes with their juices, the tomato sauce, paste, and juice. Add sugar to taste. Simmer while you cook the pasta.
- 3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the macaroni and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain. Mix the macaroni into the chop suey. Serve hot.
AMERICAN CHOP SUEY/GOULASH
Got this recipe 30 years ago from my late mother-in-law and it has been a favorite ever since. Most of the published recipes call for tomato soup, tomato sauce or pasta sauce. I use just canned stewed tomatoes, so I don't have to add sugar.
Provided by Ellie K.
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- .Brown ground beef in olive oil for five minutes. Add onion, green pepper and garlic and continue browning for five more minutes. Add two cans of stewed tomatoes, salt and pepper to taste and dried basil. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until flavors have blended. Can be served with elbow macaroni, mashed potatoes or rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 354, Fat 20.9, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 77.1, Sodium 568.1, Carbohydrate 18.9, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 9.7, Protein 24
AMERICAN CHOP SUEY (JUST LIKE MAMA USED TO MAKE)
I've found that the only place in the world that this recipe is called "American Chop Suey" is in and around the Boston area. Everywhere else it is known as goulash. Go into most any diner north of Boston, and "American Chop Suey" is on the lunch menu. This is a one pot meal that is terrific during these budget-conscious times. It is a comfort food that brings back wonderful childhood memories of simpler times. I've told friends that have asked for the recipe that if I give it to them, they have to call it "American Chop Suey", not goulash:).
Provided by Alan in SW Florida
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a very large skillet, heat the olive oil. Add the chopped celery and cook a few minutes. Add the cut-up green bell pepper, and cook a few more minutes. Add the onion and continue to cook until celery, peppers, and onions are tender, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and mix into the vegetables. Then add the ground beef, breaking up with a wooden spoon. Continue to cook until the ground beef is browned, about another 5 minutes, mixing the beef up with the vegetables. Sprinkle the mixture with the sugar, basil, oregano, and parsley and mix. Add the stewed tomatoes, juices and all. Add salt and pepper, to taste. Let simmer, covered, stirring occasionally.
- Meanwhile, cook the elbow macaroni, according to the directions on box, in a very large saucepan. But, don't overcook. The macaroni should be al dente, because it will continue to cook a little when added to the beef/vegetable mixture. Drain pasta and put back into the large saucepan in which it was cooked.
- Very carefully, add the beef and vegetable mixture, juices and all, to the drained pasta in the large saucepan. Mix well and keep heated, covered, stirring occasionally, on a very low heat.
- When ready to serve, just put the pot of "American Chop Suey" along with bowls in the middle of the table, so everyone can help themselves. Serve with a basket of good Italian bread and butter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 515.1, Fat 17.5, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 57.8, Sodium 439.4, Carbohydrate 63.9, Fiber 5, Sugar 14, Protein 25.9
Tips:
- For the goulash, use a Dutch oven or large pot with a tight-fitting lid. This will help the meat and vegetables to cook evenly and retain their flavor.
- Brown the beef in batches to get a good sear on all sides. This will help to develop flavor and color.
- Use a variety of vegetables in the goulash. This will add flavor, color, and texture to the dish.
- Season the goulash to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices. You can also add a bit of Worcestershire sauce or ketchup for extra flavor.
- Simmer the goulash for at least 1 hour, or until the meat is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
- Serve the goulash over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.
- For the American chop suey, use a large skillet or wok. This will allow you to stir-fry the vegetables quickly and evenly.
- Use a variety of vegetables in the American chop suey. This will add flavor, color, and texture to the dish.
- Cook the vegetables until they are tender-crisp. This will help to retain their flavor and texture.
- Add the cooked meat and sauce to the vegetables and stir-fry until heated through.
- Serve the American chop suey over rice or noodles.
Conclusion:
Both goulash and American chop suey are hearty and flavorful dishes that are perfect for a weeknight meal. They are also both easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give one of these recipes a try.
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