Best 2 Ukrainian Goulash Recipes

UKRAINIAN GOULASH

Ukrainian Goulash image

Very simple, tasty dinner over egg noodles. Can also be made in a slow cooker. Serve over egg noodles and top with sour cream if desired.

Provided by John and Karen K.

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Goulash Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable shortening
2 pounds cubed beef stew meat
2 onions, sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon paprika
1 ½ teaspoons salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups water
1 cup steak sauce (such as Heinz 57®)
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

Melt shortening in a large pot over medium heat. Cook beef in hot shortening until completely browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir onion, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper into the beef; cook and stir 5 minutes more.
Pour water and steak sauce into the pot; stir until beef mixture is evenly coated. Bring the mixture to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook until the beef is tender, about 15 minutes.
Whisk flour into the water in a small bowl; stir into the beef mixture. Continue simmering stew until slightly thickened, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 619.5 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Cholesterol 195 mg, Fat 29.3 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 69.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 1939.4 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

AUTHENTIC HUNGARIAN GOULASH

Authentic Hungarian Goulash image

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

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
2 large onions, diced
2 pounds flank steak
⅛ teaspoon caraway seed
¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
1 clove garlic, minced
5 tablespoons paprika
2 cups water
4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
salt and pepper to taste

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 high-quality beef: The quality of the beef you use will greatly impact the flavor of your goulash. Choose a well-marbled chuck roast or stew meat for the best results.
Brown the beef in batches: Browning the beef in batches helps to develop its flavor and prevents it from stewing in its own juices. Be sure to sear the beef well on all sides before adding it to the pot.
Use a variety of vegetables: Ukrainian goulash typically includes a variety of vegetables, such as onions, carrots, celery, bell peppers, and potatoes. You can also add other vegetables, such as mushrooms or zucchini, to your liking.
Use a good quality paprika: Paprika is a key ingredient in Ukrainian goulash. Choose a sweet or smoked paprika, depending on your preference. Be sure to add the paprika to the pot at the end of the cooking process, as it can burn easily.
Simmer the goulash for at least an hour: Simmering the goulash for at least an hour will help to develop its flavor and tenderize the beef. You can simmer the goulash for longer if you like, but be careful not to overcook it, as the beef can become tough.
Serve the goulash with a side of bread or dumplings: Ukrainian goulash is typically served with a side of bread or dumplings. You can also serve it with rice or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

Ukrainian goulash is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your goulash spicy or mild, with a variety of vegetables or just a few, you are sure to enjoy this classic Ukrainian dish.