Description
German Goulash is a hearty and flavorful stew originating from Hungary, now a beloved classic in German cuisine. This ultimate recipe features tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 large onions, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 bell peppers (any color), chopped
- 4 medium carrots, sliced
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons paprika (sweet or smoked)
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 4 cups beef broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Brown the beef cubes in batches on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- Add chopped onions to the same pot and cook until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for one minute more.
- Add chopped bell peppers and sliced carrots, cooking for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in tomato paste and mix well to coat the vegetables.
- Add paprika, caraway seeds, dried thyme, and bay leaf, mixing until fragrant.
- Return the browned beef to the pot and stir to combine with the vegetable mixture.
- Slowly pour in the beef broth, scraping the bottom of the pot to release browned bits.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Remove the bay leaf.
- Let the goulash rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider using homemade beef broth.
- Adjust spiciness by adding cayenne pepper or diced chili peppers.
- Serve with crusty bread, spaetzle, or mashed potatoes.
- Pair with red wine or German beer.
- This recipe serves six.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stewing
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: N/A