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German Goulash

Warm and Hearty German Goulash for Cozy Family Dinners

This comforting German Goulash is a hearty one-pot meal perfect for chilly evenings, bringing warmth and flavor to your family gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: German
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or vegetable/canola oil
  • 2 medium Yellow Onions chopped
  • 2 pounds Beef Chuck Roast cut into cubes
  • 1 medium Green Pepper diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 medium Tomatoes diced
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground
  • 2 tablespoons Hungarian Paprika or smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Marjoram or thyme
  • ½ teaspoon Caraway Seed optional
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 2 cups Beef Broth low-sodium
  • 1 cup Red Wine or additional beef broth
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf remove before serving
  • ¼ cup Parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Classic German Goulash
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onions, sprinkle with salt, and sauté until golden.
  2. Add cubed beef chuck roast, season with black pepper, and brown for 5-10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. Return onions to the pot, add green pepper, garlic, and tomatoes. Stir in paprika, marjoram, and caraway seeds. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add tomato paste, beef broth, red wine, and bay leaf. Stir and bring to a gentle boil, scraping browned bits from the bottom.
  5. Cover the Dutch oven slightly and braise in the oven for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is tender.
  6. Stir in parsley, taste and adjust seasoning. Serve over spätzle or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This goulash can be made in a Dutch oven, Crock Pot, or Instant Pot. Adjust the cooking method according to your preference for an easy-to-make, hearty dish.

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