Hungarian Goulash
There’s something truly special about the aroma of simmering Hungarian Goulash wafting through the kitchen on a crisp evening. This classic dish, with its rich flavors and tender chunks of beef, is a true comfort food staple that never fails to satisfy. Let’s dive into the recipe and discover how to recreate this beloved culinary delight at home.
INGREDIENTS
500g beef chuck, cut into bite-sized squares
15g unsalted butter
1 brown onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 small red bell pepper, cut into pieces
1 small yellow bell pepper, cut into pieces
2 tomatoes
1/2 litre beef stock
1 carrot, peeled and sliced
2 potatoes, peeled and diced
1 tablespoon ground paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon caraway seeds
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley for garnishing
METHOD
1. Preheat your oven to 180°C.
2. Toss the beef with half of the salt and pepper.
3. Heat olive oil and melt butter in a large oven-proof Dutch oven over high heat.
4. Cook chopped onion until golden brown around the edges, about 6 minutes.
5. Add the beef to the pot and stir until the outside changes colour from red to brown, approximately 2 minutes.
6. Stir in minced garlic, chopped bell peppers, and tomatoes. Cook for an additional 3 minutes until the tomatoes break down.
7. Add ground paprika, caraway seeds, and bay leaves, and stir for 30 seconds.
8. Pour in beef stock, stir to combine, and bring to a simmer.
9. Cover the Dutch oven with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven. Let it cook for 1 1/2 hours until the beef is tender.
10. Stir in the sliced carrot and diced potatoes, then return the pot to the oven, covered, for another 30 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the beef is fall-apart tender.
11. Once done, ladle the goulash into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley.
This Hungarian Goulash is best enjoyed piping hot, served with a side of crusty bread or fluffy dumplings to soak up all the flavourful sauce. With its hearty ingredients and comforting flavours, it’s sure to become a favourite in your household. So why not gather your ingredients and cozy up to a bowl of homemade Hungarian Goulash tonight?