Hungarian Goulash Recipe: A Hearty and Flavorful Stew

The soul-warming Hungarian Goulash (also known as "Gulyás") is a delicious beef stew flavoured with paprika. This classic meal has a rich, savoury flavour and is loaded with delicate beef and veggies. This recipe will instantly transport you to Hungary and is ideal for chilly evenings! We at Sharp Blades think that the correct knife makes all the difference, so be sure to grab your chef's knife and get cooking!

Ingredients:
2 lbs (900g) beef chuck, cubed
2 tbsp olive oil
2 large onions, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tbsp sweet Hungarian paprika
1 tsp caraway seeds
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 tomatoes, diced (or 1 can crushed tomatoes)
2 carrots, sliced
2 potatoes, cubed (optional)
4 cups beef broth
1 bay leaf
Salt & black pepper to taste
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp vinegar (optional, for balance)
Fresh parsley for garnish

Essential Utensils:
Chef's knife that is sharp (for precision chopping)
Heavy pot or large Dutch oven
Wooden spoon
Spoons for measuring
A cutting board

Cooking Time: 15 minutes for preparation
Two hours are needed to cook.
Two hours and fifteen minutes in total.

Directions:
Sear the beef:
In a Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.  After patting the meat dry, add salt and fry it for 3–4 minutes on each side until it is browned.  Take out and put aside.

Sauté the Aromatics: 
Put the onions in the same pot and simmer for five minutes, or until they are tender.  Add the caraway seeds, garlic, and paprika; simmer for 1 minute, being careful not to burn the paprika.

Deglaze and Simmer: 
Stir thoroughly after adding the bell pepper, tomatoes, and tomato paste.  Add the bay leaf, beef broth, and the beef back into the pot.  After bringing to a boil, lower the heat, cover, and simmer for one and a half hours.

Add the vegetables: 
Stir in the potatoes and carrots, if using, and simmer for a further half hour, or until they are soft.

Adjust and serve:
By adding salt, pepper, and vinegar if necessary.  Serve with dumplings or crusty bread and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
Calories: 420 kcal
Protein: 34g
Carbs: 20g
Fat: 24g
Fiber: 5g
Sodium: 800mg

Last Word of Advice: 
Using premium Hungarian paprika is crucial for the best Hungarian goulash!  Are you looking for the best kitchen knives for cutting or more simple recipes for beef stew?  For professional advice, go to Sharp Blades!