hungarian beef stew

This Hungarian Goulash is a rich beef and vegetable soup with bold and unique flavors from their famous Hungarian sweet paprika.

Hungarian Goulash Recipe

Tbsp lard, butter

roast,

yellow onions, diced

red bell pepper, diced

yellow or orange bell pepper, diced

garlic cloves, finely chopped

tomatoes,

paprika

½ tsp caraway seeds, slightly pounded (optional)

½ tsp black pepper

bay leaves

beef broth

carrots,

potatoes,

salt

parsley, chopped for garnish

Melt 2 Tbsp lard in a large heavy...

Melt 2 Tbsp lard in a large heavy bottomed soup pot or dutch oven over medium high heat. Season the beef chunks with salt and pepper and sear until brown on all sides. Brown the meat in two batches, so as not to over crowd and steam it. Plate it out.

In the same pan, add 1 Tbsp lard...

In the same pan, add 1 Tbsp lard and add in diced onion and sauté the onions till they start caramelizing a little, about 12-15 minutes. Add in bell peppers and garlic, cook for another 6-8 minutes.

Add in tomatoes and sauté for 5-6 minutes,...

Add in tomatoes and sauté for 5-6 minutes, or until most of the liquid has evaporated.

Remove the pot from the heat and stir...

Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the paprika, salt, pepper and caraway (if using). (see note 2)

Add in the beef chunks back into the...

Add in the beef chunks back into the pot and mix well. Stir in the broth along with bay leaf and carrots and return the pot back to the stove.

Bring it to boil, then reduce the heat...

Bring it to boil, then reduce the heat to medium low. Cover and simmer the stew for an an hour or more, stirring occasionally. (see note 3)

Add in potatoes when the meat is almost...

Add in potatoes when the meat is almost tender, and simmer the stew till the potatoes are cooked to your liking and the beef is fork tender. (see note 4)

Taste and adjust the salt, and garnish it...

Taste and adjust the salt, and garnish it with chopped fresh parsley.

Sear the Beef: Instead of using a soup...

Sear the Beef: Instead of using a soup pot, use a skillet to sear the beef. Heat 2 Tbsp of lard, butter, or oil over medium-high heat. Season the beef chunks with salt and pepper, and brown them on all sides. This step adds a rich flavor to the stew.

Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add 1...

Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add 1 Tbsp of lard and sauté the onions until they start to caramelize, then add bell peppers and garlic. Sautéing these ingredients before adding them to the crockpot deepens their flavors.

Combine in Crockpot: Transfer the seared beef and...

Combine in Crockpot: Transfer the seared beef and sautéed vegetables into the crockpot. Stir in the diced tomatoes, paprika, caraway seeds (if using), and black pepper.

Add Liquids and Cook: Pour in the beef...

Add Liquids and Cook: Pour in the beef broth, ensuring the meat and vegetables are well covered. Add the bay leaves, potatoes and carrots. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours. The slow and low cooking process will make the beef incredibly tender.

Sear the Beef: Set the Instant Pot to...

Sear the Beef: Set the Instant Pot to the 'Sauté' mode. Add 2 Tbsp of lard, butter, or oil. Season the beef chunks with salt and pepper, and sear them in batches until browned on all sides. This step enhances the flavor.

Sauté Vegetables: In the Instant Pot, add the...

Sauté Vegetables: In the Instant Pot, add the remaining 1 Tbsp of fat. Sauté the onions until they start to caramelize, then add the bell peppers and garlic, cooking for a few minutes more.

Deglaze: Add a bit of beef broth to...

Deglaze: Add a bit of beef broth to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. This step is crucial to prevent the 'burn' notice on your Instant Pot.

Add Remaining Ingredients: Return the beef to the...

Add Remaining Ingredients: Return the beef to the pot. Add the tomatoes, paprika, caraway seeds (if using), black pepper, bay leaves, and the remaining beef broth. Stir well to combine.Pressure Cook: Secure the lid, set the valve to 'Sealing,' and cook on high pressure for 35 minutes. This time allows the beef to become wonderfully tender.

Add Carrots and Potatoes: Once the cooking time...

Add Carrots and Potatoes: Once the cooking time is up, do a quick release of the pressure. Open the lid carefully, add the carrots and potatoes, stir, then close the lid again. Set the Instant Pot to 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' mode and cook for an additional 10 minutes. This ensures the vegetables are cooked just right – tender but not mushy.

Delicious Hungarian Goulash Stew with tender beef, potatoes, and carrots in a flavorful paprika broth. It&#039;s hearty and absolutely delicious!

Hungarian Goulash Stew

Tablespoons olive oil (, divided)

lbs beef chuck roast ((700 grams))

all-purpose flour

onions

garlic (, minced)

Tablespoons sweet paprika

dry red wine (optional (120 ml)*)

Roma tomatoes (, chopped)

tomato paste

caraway seeds

marjoram

low-sodium beef broth ((1.5 liters))

carrots

red bell pepper (, finely chopped)

lemon

parsley

Crusty artisan bread (white

Prep meat: Cut beef into bite-sizes pieces. Add to a bowl and season well with salt and pepper. Sprinkle flour on top, tossing until lightly coated.

Sear meat: Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a Dutch oven or stock pot over medium-high heat. Add beef and sear, rotating after a minute or so, until browned on all sides (may need to cook in batches). Remove to a plate.

Sauté onion: Add 2 more tablespoons oil to the pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for a few minutes, until transparent. Stir in garlic.

Add red wine and let it simmer until it has reduced, about 5 minutes.

Add broth and seasonings: Stir in chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, paprika, caraway seeds, marjoram and bay leaf. Pour in broth and return beef to the pot.

Simmer: Bring stew to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to a simmer and cook 1 1/2 hours. Tastes broth and seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed. Stir in bell pepper, carrot, and potato and cook until tender, about 20-30 more minutes. Discard bay leaves. Add a squeeze of lemon to the soup pot, to taste, before serving.

Serve each bowl garnished with a pinch of parsley. Serve with a slice of fresh crusty bread, for dipping.

Absolutely delish! I only had Hungarian sweet and spicy  paprika. I used the it in place of both, listed, therefore, it was a bit more spicy. Everyone loved it. One of quietest meals we have had except for spoons clanking bowls and an occasional "pass the bread"...Thanks again for a great recipe!!

In the ingredients list, you have "1 small lemon." However, the lemon doesn't appear anywhere in the instructions. It's cooking right now and smells fantastic. We can't wait to ladle it into our bowls! But I'm confused about the lemon thing. Please clarify.

Delicious and very flavorful. My husband loved it and he usually makes no comments on my cooking! 5 Stars!

The recipe calls for a small lemon.  I see no instructions on how to use it,

Sounds great, thanks for another delicious recipe.

Lauren this is the most authentic recipe for this soup I've seen outside of our old family cookbook. Good to see the caraway and marjoram! The only differences are the wine (which I'm going to try now :) and a cubanelle pepper vs the red bell (which may bring a bit too much sweetness). You might like to add the traditional little pinched noodles called csipetke at the end, which was a really fun job for a kid to make, and dropped directly into the soup. Thanks!

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In the cooler months I CRAVE this Hungarian Goulash Stew recipe with tender beef, potatoes, and carrots in a flavorful broth. It's hearty and absolutely delicious; must serve with a slice of crusty bread!

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