Beef Goulash With Light Czech Dumplings Recipe

Name: Beef Goulash With Light Czech Dumplings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Goulash; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 4 cups onions, thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon sugar; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon caraway seed, toasted and ground; 1 1/2 tablespoons Hungarian paprika, sweet; 1 teaspoon Hungarian paprika, spicy; 2 teaspoons marjoram; 1/2 teaspoon thyme leaves; 1 bay leaf; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 4 cups chicken stock; 2 1/2 lbs chuck roast, cut into 2-inch cubes (remove excess fat); 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; Dumplings; 2 cups cake flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup milk; 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Servings: persons

Goulash
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 cups onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon sugar
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon caraway seed, toasted and ground
1 1/2 tablespoons Hungarian paprika, sweet
1 teaspoon Hungarian paprika, spicy
2 teaspoons marjoram
1/2 teaspoon thyme leaves
1 bay leaf
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
4 cups chicken stock
2 1/2 lbs chuck roast, cut into 2-inch cubes (remove excess fat)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
Dumplings
2 cups cake flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter, melted

1
In a deep dutch oven, heat the olive oil and saute the onions and sugar until caramelized. Add the garlic and ground toasted caraway seed. Cook another minute.
2
Add the sweet and spicy paprika, marjoram, thyme and bay leaf. Saute another minute, until fragrant.
3
Add the tomato paste. Deglaze with the vinegar and the stock and add the pieces of beef, salt and pepper.
4
Bring to a boil, then lower to a simmer.
5
Cover and cook until very tender, about 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
6
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
7
To prepare the dumplings:
8
Sift together the cake flour, baking powder and salt. Combine with the milk and melted butter, mixing lightly.
9
After the stew has cooked until tender, the last 15 mins, drop the dumpling batter by (heaping) teaspoonfuls into the simmering stew.
10
Cover and cook for 15 minutes, then test the dumpling with a toothpick - if comes out clean, dumplings are ready.
11
Once you have covered the pan, DO NOT UNCOVER while the dumplings are cooking! In order for them to be light and fluffy, they must steam. If you uncover the pan, the steam will escape and the dumplings will boil instead.
12
Enjoy!

1007

kcal

Calories

Fat

104

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Goulash, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 4 cups onions, thinly sliced, 1 tablespoon sugar, and more.

Yes, Beef Goulash With Light Czech Dumplings 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.

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Beef Goulash With Light Czech Dumplings

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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