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Hungarian Goulash

Hungarian goulash is a paprika-rich beef stew simmered in a 7-quart Dutch oven until the beef is fork-tender. Carrots and Yukon Gold potatoes cook in the broth until tender, making this a hearty one-pot dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 22 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 42 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hungarian
Calories: 680
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb beef chuck trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil divided
  • 2 yellow onions large, chopped
  • 3 tbsp sweet Hungarian paprika
  • 1 tsp caraway seeds lightly crushed
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tomato medium, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 6 cup beef broth
  • 2 carrots medium, peeled and sliced 1/2 inch thick
  • 1.5 lb Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes

Equipment

  • 1 7-quart Dutch oven

Method
 

  1. Pat the beef dry and season it with the salt and pepper.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a 7-quart Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  3. Brown the beef in batches, transferring each batch to a plate.
  4. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and the onions to the pot; cook over medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly golden.
  5. Take the pot off the heat and stir in the paprika, caraway seeds, and garlic for 30 seconds.
  6. Add the tomato, bell pepper, browned beef and any juices, and beef broth.
  7. Return the pot to medium-high heat and bring the liquid to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  8. Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and simmer gently for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, until the beef is fork-tender.
  9. Stir in the carrots and potatoes, cover, and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes, until the potatoes and carrots are tender.

Notes

For the best browning, brown the beef in batches without crowding the pot. Refrigerate leftovers for 3 to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. For a gluten-free version, use beef broth labeled gluten-free.