Prepare to be taken on a culinary journey to the heart of Hungary with our exploration of the classic dish, Old World Hungarian Goulash. This savory and hearty stew has been a staple in Hungarian cuisine for centuries, enticing taste buds with its rich flavors and comforting warmth. Join us as we delve into the history, ingredients, and step-by-step instructions to help you master this traditional recipe. Discover the secret to achieving a perfect balance of spices, the tenderness of the meat, and the authenticity that makes this dish a beloved favorite. Get ready to tantalize your senses with the flavors of paprika, caraway seeds, and tender beef as we guide you through the process of creating a goulash that will transport you straight to the bustling markets and cozy kitchens of Budapest.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
HUNGARIAN GOULASH I
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
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
AUTHENTIC HUNGARIAN GOULASH (GULYáS)
A thoroughly authentic Hungarian Goulash with a richness of flavor that will satisfy both body and soul!
Provided by Kimberly Killebrew
Categories Main Course
Time 1h50m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Melt the pork lard or butter/oil in a Dutch oven or other heavy soup pot over medium high heat and cook the onions until beginning to brown, about 7-10 minutes. Add the beef and cook until the beef is just starting to brown, 7-10 minutes. Add the bell peppers, tomatoes, and garlic and cook for another 6-8 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the paprika, salt, pepper and caraway (if using) (note: paprika becomes bitter if at all scorched). Add the beef broth, bay leaf, return to the stove and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium, cover and simmer for 40 minutes. Add the carrots and potatoes. Return to a boil, reduce the heat to medium, cover, and simmer for another 30-40 minutes or until the beef is nice and tender. Add salt to taste. Remove the bay leaf.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 673 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 37 g, Fat 46 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Sodium 1708 mg, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 14 g, TransFat 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 23 g
OLD WORLD HUNGARIAN GOULASH
One of the best goulash recipes I've ever come up with. I think that the original recipie I started out with used 2 lbs. beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces instead of ground beef
Provided by Printessa
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 4h50m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook beef in butter, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.
- Do not drain.
- Place beef and sliced onion in a slow cooker.
- Mix partially cooked elbo macarroni, beef broth, tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, season salt, liquid smoke, salt, and pepper; stir into beef mixture.
- Cover and cook on low heat 4-5 hours (I always use the longer cook time).
- Mix water and flour; gradually stir into beef mixture.
- Stir in green pepper.
- Cover and cook on high heat 30 minutes. Serve with a dolop of sourcream atop.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 488.3, Fat 15.8, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 61.6, Sodium 882.8, Carbohydrate 60.1, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 5.6, Protein 27.3
SLOW-COOKER HUNGARIAN GOULASH
Let the slow cooker do the work for you in turning out this old-world favorite. The rich beef stew is wonderful served over hot noodles.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 8h50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook beef in oil about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown; drain.
- Spray 3 1/2- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, place beef and onion. In medium bowl, mix broth, tomato paste, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, salt, caraway seed and pepper; stir into beef mixture.
- Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 10 hours (or High heat setting 4 to 5 hours) or until beef is tender.
- In small bowl, stir water and flour until well mixed; gradually stir into beef mixture. Stir in bell pepper. Increase heat setting to High. Cover; cook 30 minutes longer. Serve goulash over noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 760 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1/2 g
TOP-RATED HUNGARIAN GOULASH
"With tender beef and a rich flavorful sauce, this entree is an old favorite with my family," says field editor Joan Rose of Langley, British Columbia.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h50m
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, brown beef, pork and onions in oil over medium heat; drain. Add the water, paprika, salt and marjoram; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours or until meat is tender. , Just before serving, combine flour and sour cream until smooth; stir into meat mixture. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Serve over noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 212mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.
AUTHENTIC HUNGARIAN GOULASH
This recipe was given to me by my sister, who got it from a lady visiting from Hungary in 1961.
Provided by SUSANNAH
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Goulash Recipes
Time 3h50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium high heat. Saute onions until soft, then add beef and brown. Stir in caraway seed, marjoram, garlic and paprika. Pour water over all, lower heat to low and simmer for 2 1/2 hours.
- Add potatoes and cook until tender, another 45 minutes to 1 hour. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.8 calories, Carbohydrate 29.1 g, Cholesterol 57.8 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 21.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 84.5 mg, Sugar 4.7 g
Tips:
- Use a large pot or Dutch oven to make sure there's enough room for all the ingredients.
- Brown the meat in batches to prevent overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
- Use a good quality paprika. Hungarian paprika is the best choice, but if you can't find it, use a sweet paprika.
- Don't be afraid to adjust the amount of paprika to your taste. Some people like a milder goulash, while others prefer a more intense flavor.
- Serve goulash with boiled potatoes, egg noodles, or dumplings.
- Garnish with sour cream, chopped parsley, and a sprinkle of paprika.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Goulash is a hearty and flavorful stew that is perfect for a cold winter night. It's also relatively easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover meat. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can create a delicious and authentic Hungarian goulash that your family and friends will love.
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