Beautiful Bean Goulash Recipe

Name: Beautiful Bean Goulash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons Virgin olive oil; 2 Large red onions; 1 Large red capsicum (bell) pepper, thinly sliced; 1 Large yellow capsicum (bell) pepper, thinly sliced; 1 Large green capsicum (bell) pepper, thinly sliced; 600 milliliters Chicken stock (veggie is ok too!); 1 400g can of chopped tomatoes; 1 400g can kidney beans, rinsed and drained; 1 400g can white beans, rinsed and drained (cannellini or chickpeas); 1 400g can lima beans, rinsed and drained; 2 medium potatoes peeled, cut into small cubes; 2 teaspoons hot smoked paprika; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1 teaspoon dried basil, if you do have fresh use twice as, then rip-it up and add it to the goulash at the last minute.; 2 gently squeezed, this releases the lovely flavour, bay leaves (dried or fresh); 1/2 teaspoon Caraway seeds; Pinch Salt and Pepper to taste; 600 milliliters Sour cream (you can of course use low-fat yogurt instead if you prefer handful chopped chives (optional); 1 handful Chopped chives

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons Virgin olive oil
2 Large red onions
1 Large red capsicum (bell) pepper, thinly sliced
1 Large yellow capsicum (bell) pepper, thinly sliced
1 Large green capsicum (bell) pepper, thinly sliced
600 milliliters Chicken stock (veggie is ok too!)
1 400g can of chopped tomatoes
1 400g can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 400g can white beans, rinsed and drained (cannellini or chickpeas)
1 400g can lima beans, rinsed and drained
2 medium potatoes peeled, cut into small cubes
2 teaspoons hot smoked paprika
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried basil, if you do have fresh use twice as, then rip-it up and add it to the goulash at the last minute.
2 gently squeezed, this releases the lovely flavour, bay leaves (dried or fresh)
1/2 teaspoon Caraway seeds
Pinch Salt and Pepper to taste
600 milliliters Sour cream (you can of course use low-fat yogurt instead if you prefer handful chopped chives (optional)
1 handful Chopped chives

1
Heat oil in a very large saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and a pinch of salt saute for 5 minutes trying not to brown the onions (the salt helps with this).
2
Add all the capsicum peppers stir, and cook for a further 5 minutes
3
Add the tomato puree also this to 'cook off' for around 2 minutes
4
Grab all you other ingredients and bob them in the pot (except for the Sour cream and chive).
5
Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and gently simmer for around 45 minutes. It's a good idea to check the pot and stir as and when necessary.
6
Mix the chopped chives into the sour cream
7
Serve in a bowl with boiled rice and a good delicious dollop of sour cream.
8
Omit the sour cream and use vegan stock for vegans

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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons Virgin olive oil, 2 Large red onions, 1 Large red capsicum (bell) pepper, thinly sliced, 1 Large yellow capsicum (bell) pepper, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Beautiful Bean Goulash 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!

Beautiful Bean Goulash

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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