The aroma of slow-cooked beef, paprika, and caraway seeds fills the air as you enter the kitchen. You know you're about to enjoy a classic Hungarian goulash. This hearty stew is comfort food at its best, and it's easier to make than you might think. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that will warm your soul on a cold night.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
EASY BEEF GOULASH
"I found the recipe for this stovetop goulash several years ago in an old cookbook," reports Phyllis Pollock of Erie, Pennsylvania. "It really his the spot with warm home-baked bread from the bread machine and a dish of cold applesauce."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, stir-fry beef in oil for 4-5 minutes or meat is no longer pink. Add onion and green pepper; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, water, broth, vinegar and seasonings. Bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. , In a small bowl, combine flour and cold water until smooth. Add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Drain pasta; stir into beef mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 371mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BEEF GOULASH
Make this hearty beef goulash to feed the family on chilly nights. Stir in the soured cream and parsley for an indulgent, crowd-pleasing supper
Provided by Member recipe by sweetunique
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 2h50m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 160C/140C fan/gas 3.
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a flameproof casserole dish or heavy-based saucepan. Sprinkle 700g stewing steak chunks with 30g plain flour and brown well in three batches, adding an extra 1 tbsp oil for each batch. Set the browned meat aside.
- Add in the remaining 1 tbsp oil to the casserole dish, followed by 1 large thinly sliced onion, 2 finely chopped garlic cloves, 1 green pepper and 1 red pepper, both finely sliced. Fry until softened, around 5-10 mins.
- Return the beef to the pan with 2 tbsp tomato purée and 2 tbsp paprika. Cook, stirring, for 2 mins.
- Add in 2 large diced tomatoes, 75ml dry white wine and 300ml beef stock. Cover and bake in the oven for 1 hr 30 mins - 2 hrs. Alternatively, cover and cook it on the hob on a gentle heat for about an hour, removing the lid after 45 mins.
- Sprinkle over 2 tbsp flat-leaf parsley leaves and season well with salt and freshly ground pepper. Stir in 150ml soured cream and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 576 calories, Fat 32 grams fat, SaturatedFat 12 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 18 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 11 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 46 grams protein, Sodium 0.45 milligram of sodium
EASY CLASSIC GOULASH
This version of classic American beef goulash makes an easy one-pot meal for the whole family. We love it.
Provided by Dawn Bohler
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta
Time 1h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot pot until browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes; drain and discard grease. Stir onion and garlic into beef; cook and stir until onion is translucent, about 10 minutes.
- Stir tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, water, sofrito, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, seasoned salt, and bay leaves into beef mixture. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until flavors blend, about 20 minutes.
- Pour macaroni into beef mixture, cover the pot, and continue simmering until pasta is tender and flavors are completely blended, about 25 minutes. Discard bay leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.4 calories, Carbohydrate 41.5 g, Cholesterol 68.6 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 28.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 1270.8 mg, Sugar 10.2 g
CLASSIC GOULASH
Easy recipe for making a classic goulash. Can also be done in a slow cooker. Inspired by Paula Deen's Bobby's Goulash.
Provided by pathunt
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Goulash Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook and stir the ground beef in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, breaking the meat up as it cooks, until the meat is no longer pink and has started to brown, about 10 minutes. Skim off excess fat, and stir in the onions and garlic. Cook and stir the meat mixture until the onions are translucent, about 10 more minutes.
- Stir water, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, soy sauce, Italian seasoning, bay leaves, and seasoned salt into the meat mixture and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir macaroni into the mixture, cover, and simmer over low heat until the pasta is tender, about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, discard bay leaves, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.5 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Cholesterol 74.3 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 1466.1 mg, Sugar 9.1 g
OLD FASHIONED GOULASH RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: ground beef, large onion, bell pepper, garlic, olive oil, veggie broth, tomato sauce, crushed tomato, fresh basil, crushed red pepper, bay leaves, salt and pepper, elbow macaroni
Provided by John Zekany
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large pan, saute ground beef, garlic, onions, bell pepper in olive oil until browned. Drain.
- Add broth, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, seasoning, bay leaves, and mix well.
- Lower heat and cover. Cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add in the uncooked elbow macaroni to the skillet. Stir well until everything is combined.
- Cover once again and simmer for about 20-30 minutes.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 832 calories, Carbohydrate 69 grams, Fat 42 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 40 grams, Sugar 19 grams
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use a combination of ground beef and ground pork.
- Brown the meat in batches to prevent overcrowding the pan and steaming the meat.
- Use a large pot or Dutch oven to ensure that there is enough space for all of the ingredients.
- Add the paprika and caraway seeds early in the cooking process to allow the flavors to develop.
- Use a variety of vegetables, such as carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes, to add flavor and texture to the goulash.
- Simmer the goulash for at least 1 hour, or until the meat is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
- Serve the goulash with a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of fresh parsley, and a side of bread or dumplings.
Conclusion:
Goulash is a hearty and flavorful stew that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is a versatile dish, and there are many different ways to make it. Experiment with different ingredients and find the combination that you like best. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve at a party, goulash is sure to please everyone.
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