Best 4 Easy Mexican Goulash Recipes

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Easy Mexican goulash is a delicious and flavorful dish that blends the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine with the comforting warmth of traditional goulash. This hearty and versatile dish is a perfect weeknight meal, as it can be easily prepared in one pot and is sure to please the whole family. With its combination of tender beef, savory spices, vibrant vegetables, and a rich, flavorful broth, easy Mexican goulash is a dish that will quickly become a favorite.

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

EASY MEXICAN GOULASH



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My stepson loves tacos, so I whipped this up one night when I didn't have taco shells.

Provided by Cacki

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground beef
1 small onion, chopped fine
¼ cup finely chopped green bell pepper
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
1 (9 ounce) package frozen corn
½ cup medium salsa
2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
1 (8 ounce) package elbow macaroni

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef, onion, bell pepper, and Worcestershire sauce in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Add tomatoes, corn, salsa, and taco seasoning. Cover and simmer while preparing macaroni.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain. Stir macaroni into beef mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529.7 calories, Carbohydrate 65.6 g, Cholesterol 79 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 32.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 920.5 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

SOUTHWESTERN GOULASH



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I had some extra cilantro in the fridge and didn't want to throw it away. Instead, I came up with this delightful and filling family recipe. Everyone just loved it! -Vikki Rebholz, West Chester, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
2/3 cup frozen corn
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a 6-qt. stockpot, cook and crumble beef with onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes; drain., Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, corn, chiles and dry seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until flavors are blended, about 5 minutes. Stir in macaroni and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 567mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY CLASSIC GOULASH



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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

2 pounds lean ground beef
2 large yellow onions, chopped
6 cloves garlic, chopped
2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
3 cups water
½ cup sofrito sauce (such as Goya®)
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon seasoned salt, or to taste
3 bay leaves
2 ½ cups uncooked elbow macaroni

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

CROCK POT MEXICAN GOULASH



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Are you looking for a great tasting meal that can be all ready for you when you walk in the door from work of school? This recipe is so easy to put together, and has such nice texture and flavor. The kids are sure to love it! Plus its fat free!

Provided by Purdy Good Cook

Categories     Cheese

Time 7h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (15 ounce) can fat-free chili
1 (16 ounce) can fat-free refried beans
1 (12 ounce) can whole kernel corn (drained)
1 1/2 cups salsa
1 cup fat free cheese (your choice, shredded)
5 flour tortillas (10 inch round)
sour cream (optional)

Steps:

  • Spray crock pot with cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl stir together the chili, beans, corn, and salsa until well mixed.
  • Lay one tortilla flat on the bottom of the crock pot.
  • Pour one-fifth of mixture on top.
  • Continue layering the tortillas and the remaining four-fifths of the mixture until all the ingredients are used up.
  • Cover and cook on low for 7hrs.
  • Using a sharp knife cut through all the layers, making a checkerboard design on top. Each cut out should be about 1 inch apart. (The cut up tortillas will taste a lot like pasta when the recipe is finished).
  • With a large spoon stir the entire dish to mix up the cut up tortilla pieces. Or scoop out of crock pot without stirring up for a more formed meal.
  • Serve in bowls, sprinkled cheese, and top with sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.5, Fat 2, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 553.6, Carbohydrate 20.9, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 2.9, Protein 3.5

Tips and Conclusion

This Easy Mexican Goulash recipe is the perfect winter warmer. It's hearty, flavorful, and easy to make. The combination of ground beef, tomatoes, peppers, and spices creates a delicious and satisfying dish that the whole family will love.

Tips:
  • Choose a lean ground beef to reduce the amount of fat in the dish.
  • Don't overcook the beef. Cook it just until it's browned, or it will become tough.
  • Use a variety of bell peppers for a more colorful dish. Red, yellow, and orange bell peppers all work well.
  • Add a can of black beans or corn to the goulash for extra protein and flavor.
  • Serve the goulash with sour cream, guacamole, and salsa for a complete meal.
Conclusion:

This Easy Mexican Goulash is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover ground beef. So next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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