Best 8 Easy Hungarian Goulash Soup Recipes

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Hungry for a comforting and flavorful meal that's easy on your time and tastebuds? Look no further than our comprehensive guide to crafting the perfect Hungarian goulash soup. This hearty and traditional dish, brimming with rich paprika, tender beef, and an array of colorful vegetables, is a culinary masterpiece that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, our easy-to-follow recipe will lead you through the steps of creating this classic Hungarian delicacy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY HUNGARIAN GOULASH



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This easy-to-make traditional Hungarian beef dish is cooked with paprika, finished with sour cream, and served over buttered noodles.

Provided by Peggy Trowbridge Filippone

Categories     Entree     Dinner

Time 2h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 to 3 pounds boneless chuck roast (cut into 1-inch chunks)
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
4 medium sweet onions (sliced and separated into rings)
8 ounces baby portobello mushrooms (or cremini mushrooms, brushed clean and cut in half)
1 head garlic (about 12 cloves, peeled, large cloves cut in half)
1/2 cup sweet red wine
1 3/4 cups beef broth
1 (4-ounce) jar diced roasted red peppers
1/4 cup sweet Hungarian paprika
1 cup sour cream
4 cups cooked buttered noodles
A handful of chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Return beef and any accumulated juices to the pan. Stir until well-combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 771 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 173 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 50 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Sodium 479 mg, Sugar 12 g, Fat 44 g, ServingSize 8 servings Hungarian goulash, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

EASY HUNGARIAN GOULASH SOUP



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This soup is similar to one made by my mother years ago. Brimming with potatoes, rutabagas, carrots and onions, it's a rich, flavorful meal in a bowl!-Julie Polakowski, West Allis, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h40m

Yield 15 servings (3-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1-1/4 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
4 medium onions, chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds, crushed
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon salt, optional
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium beef broth
2 cups cubed peeled potatoes
2 cups sliced carrots
2 cups cubed peeled rutabagas
2 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 large sweet red pepper, chopped
Sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven over medium heat, brown beef in 1 tablespoon oil. Remove beef; drain drippings. Heat remaining oil in the same pan; saute onions for 8-10 minutes over medium heat or until lightly browned. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Add the paprika, caraway, pepper, cayenne and salt if desired; cook and stir 1 minute. Return beef to pan. Add broth, potatoes, carrots and rutabagas; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours or until vegetables are tender and meat is almost tender., Add tomatoes and red pepper; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30-40 minutes or until meat is tender. Serve with sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 274mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY HUNGARIAN GOULASH



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This is a traditional Hungarian beef dish served over buttered noodles for a hearty, satisfying meal. The amounts of garlic, onions, and especially paprika may seem excessive, but they all melt into an incredibly rich and flavorful pan gravy during the slow cooking process. The sauce is further enriched by the addition of sour cream. (Have not made yet.)

Provided by Sandi From CA

Categories     Roast Beef

Time 2h40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 -3 lbs boneless chuck roast, cut into 1-inch chunks
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided use
4 medium sweet onions, sliced and separated into rings
8 ounces baby portabella mushrooms or 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, brushed clean and cut in half
1 head garlic, peeled, large cloves cut in half (about 12 cloves)
1/2 cup sweet red wine
1 3/4 cups beef broth
1/4 cup sweet Hungarian paprika (see Note)
1 cup sour cream
4 cups cooked noodles, buttered, with chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Place beef chunks in a large bowl. Sprinkle liberally with kosher salt and freshly ground pepper.
  • Toss with the flour.
  • Heat a heavy Dutch oven over medium high heat and add 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Swirl to coat the bottom of the pan. Place beef chunks in a single layer and brown on two sides. You will probably need to do this in batches. Do not crowd the meat or it will boil instead of brown. Remove browned beef chunks to a bowl.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low. To the drippings in the Dutch oven, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, sweet onion rings, mushrooms, and garlic. Toss to coat with the olive oil. Cover tightly and sweat the vegetables, stirring occasionally, until onions are limp but not browned and mushrooms are releasing their liquid, about 10 minutes.
  • Add red wine to the vegetables and cook 2 minutes. Add beef broth and paprika. Return beef to the pan. Stir until well-combined. Cover tightly, reduce heat, and simmer on low heat for 1-1/2 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until beef is fork-tender.
  • Remove Dutch oven from heat and wait for boiling to subside. Taste and add additional salt if necessary. Stir in sour cream until completely incorporated into the gravy.
  • Serve Hungarian gulash over hot buttered noodles with chopped parsley.
  • Note: The amount of paprika is correct. Please do use it all. If you cannot use the wine, use an equal amount of additional beef broth. The goulash may be frozen, before the addition of the sour cream. Reheat and add the sour cream just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 773.2, Fat 47.6, SaturatedFat 18.5, Cholesterol 152.3, Sodium 290.7, Carbohydrate 46.1, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 5, Protein 37.6

HUNGARIAN GOULASH SOUP



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I taught with the Defense Department in Germany (and met my husband, an Air Force pilot, there). Goulash soup was one of the first foods I tried overseas...I pieced this recipe together once I got back home. I make it often-with two little boys, 3 and 1, it's nice knowing that dinner is "under control"!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h10m

Yield 8 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 bacon strips, diced
1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 small green pepper, seeded and chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
1 large garlic clove, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes
3 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons paprika
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
Pepper to taste
Dash sugar
2 large potatoes, peeled and diced
1/2 cup sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a large kettle, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. Add beef cubes and brown on all sides. Add green pepper and onions; cook until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, broth, paprika, salt, pepper and sugar. , Cover and simmer for about 1-1/2 hours or until beef is tender. About 1/2 hour before serving, add the potatoes and reserved bacon; cook until potatoes are tender. Garnish each serving with a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 920mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

HUNGARIAN GOULASH I



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A spicy way to dress up stew beef. My mom made this when we were kids, and we loved it. It is spicy while not mouth-burning! Can be made with cheaper cuts of beef, and comes out very tender. If it gets too thick, add a little water while it's cooking. Garnish with sour cream.

Provided by ENVIRO2

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Goulash Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

⅓ cup vegetable oil
3 onions, sliced
2 tablespoons Hungarian sweet paprika
2 teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 ½ cups water
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook onions in oil until soft, stirring frequently. Remove onions and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine paprika, 2 teaspoons salt and pepper. Coat beef cubes in spice mixture, and cook in onion pot until brown on all sides. Return the onions to the pot, and pour in tomato paste, water, garlic and the remaining 1 teaspoon salt. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until meat is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 549.4 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Cholesterol 114 mg, Fat 42.3 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 32.8 g, SaturatedFat 14.5 g, Sodium 1138.5 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

BEEF GOULASH SOUP



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A healthy, hearty soup based on the traditional Hungarian stew, with low-fat lean beef, sweet potato and smoked paprika

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Supper

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tbsp rapeseed oil
1 large onion, halved and sliced
3 garlic cloves, sliced
200g extra lean stewing beef, finely diced
1 tsp caraway seeds
2 tsp smoked paprika
400g can chopped tomatoes
600ml beef stock
1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
1 green pepper, deseeded and diced
150g pot natural bio yogurt
good handful parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pan, add the onion and garlic, and fry for 5 mins until starting to colour. Stir in the beef, increase the heat and fry, stirring, to brown it.
  • Add the caraway and paprika, stir well, then tip in the tomatoes and stock. Cover and leave to cook gently for 30 mins.
  • Stir in the sweet potato and green pepper, cover and cook for 20 mins more or until tender. Allow to cool a little, then serve topped with the yogurt and parsley (if the soup is too hot, it will kill the beneficial bacteria in the yogurt).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345 calories, Fat 12 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 28 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 18 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 25 grams protein, Sodium 1 milligram of sodium

HUNGARIAN GOULASH SOUP



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good for the slow cooker

Provided by vstothard

Time 4h

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • In a large flameproof casserole, heat the oil and butter and gently cook the onion for about 8 mins, until it begins to soften without colouring. Increase the heat and add the meat, browning it on all sides. Sprinkle in the paprika, remove the pan from the heat and stir thoroughly.
  • Return to the heat and cook for a couple of mins. Add the caraway seeds, thyme, garlic and stock to cover and stir thoroughly. simmer gently, uncovered for 2 hours, adding more stock if necessary.
  • Add the peppers, chilli, tomatoes and tomato puree and potatoes to the pan. mix thoroughly and add more stock to cover. Simmer gently for about 30 mins, until the potatoes are cooked and the meat is tender. seson to taste.

QUICK HUNGARIAN GOULASH



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I found this recipe in one of those cookbooks you can buy at the check out stand. I've altered it to fit my allergies and my family's tastes. The original recipe called for 1 lb of boneless beef sirloin cut into thin strips, but I actually prefer to use ground beef. Serving size is 1 1/4 cups.

Provided by LARavenscroft

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

cooking spray
1 lb lean ground beef
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 medium green pepper, coarsley chopped
1 1/2 cups water
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon caraway seed
4 1/2 ounces rotini pasta, uncooked (I use Tinkyada rice pasta)

Steps:

  • Spray a 12-inch skillet and heat over medium-high heat.
  • Add ground beef, onion and green pepper; cook and stir 5 minutes or until browned.
  • Add water, tomatoes, tomato sauce, paprika, sugar, salt, and caraway seed.
  • Mix well and bring to a boil.
  • Add rotini.
  • Rduce heat to medium; cook uncovered for 10-15 minutes or until rotini is tender stirring occasionally.

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use beef chuck roast or short ribs instead of stew meat.
  • Brown the meat in batches to prevent overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
  • Use a good quality paprika for the best flavor. Hungarian paprika is ideal, but Spanish paprika can also be used.
  • Don't be afraid to add more paprika if you like a spicy goulash.
  • Simmer the goulash for at least 1 hour, or until the meat is fall-apart tender.
  • Serve the goulash with egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Conclusion:

Hungarian goulash is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a very versatile dish that can be easily customized to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a comforting and flavorful meal, give Hungarian goulash a try. You won't be disappointed!

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