Authentic Viennese Goulash (Wiener Fiakergulasch)

Name: Authentic Viennese Goulash (Wiener Fiakergulasch)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs marbled beef, cut in cubes; 1 lb onion, diced; 1/4 cup oil or 1/4 cup lard; 1 tablespoon Hungarian paprika, hot if desired; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 2 cups beef or 2 cups vegetable broth; 1 tablespoon caraway seed; 1 tablespoon dried marjoram; 2 teaspoons flour, for slurry; 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)

Servings: persons

2 lbs marbled beef, cut in cubes
1 lb onion, diced
1/4 cup oil or 1/4 cup lard
1 tablespoon Hungarian paprika, hot if desired
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 cups beef or 2 cups vegetable broth
1 tablespoon caraway seed
1 tablespoon dried marjoram
2 teaspoons flour, for slurry
1 teaspoon salt (to taste)

1
Heat oil or lard in a heavy pot. Add onions and garlic and under constant stirring saute until very dark. Add salt.
2
Add meat in batches, brown on all sides before adding next batch.Do not let the meat steam, raise the heat and add oil if necessary.
3
Saute meat until browned on all sides, add paprika, stir until fragrant but watch out so it doesn't burn.
4
Add broth, caraway seeds, majoram and tomato paste and simmer until meat is tender. Depending on the cut, this can take up to 2 hours.If it gets too dry, add some broth.
5
When the meat is tender, make a slurry with the flour and a few ts of water and add little by little, checking on the thickness of the sauce.
6
Simmer until the floury taste is gone and the sauce has the perfect consistency.
7
Enjoy with spaetzle, dumplings or noodles.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs marbled beef, cut in cubes, 1 lb onion, diced, 1/4 cup oil or 1/4 cup lard, 1 tablespoon Hungarian paprika, hot if desired, and more.

Yes, Authentic Viennese Goulash (Wiener Fiakergulasch) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!