Gulyassuppe - Goulash Soup Recipe

Name: Gulyassuppe - Goulash Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb (.5 kg). beef (chuck, shin, neck); 2 tbsp (30 ml) fresh lard or rendered beef fat, or bacon fat; 1 large onion, diced; heaping 1 tbsp (15 ml) Hungarian sweet paprika; salt and pepper, to taste; 2 tbsp (30 ml) vinegar; 1 tbsp (15 ml) tomato paste; 1 tbsp (15 ml) caraway seeds; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) marjoram; 1 clove garlic; 1-1/2 quarts (1425 ml) to 2 quarts (1900 ml) water; 3 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and diced

Servings: persons

1 lb (.5 kg). beef (chuck, shin, neck)
2 tbsp (30 ml) fresh lard or rendered beef fat, or bacon fat
1 large onion, diced
heaping 1 tbsp (15 ml) Hungarian sweet paprika
salt and pepper, to taste
2 tbsp (30 ml) vinegar
1 tbsp (15 ml) tomato paste
1 tbsp (15 ml) caraway seeds
1/2 tsp (2 ml) marjoram
1 clove garlic
1-1/2 quarts (1425 ml) to 2 quarts (1900 ml) water
3 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and diced

1
Cut beef into 3/4 to 1 inch cubes.
2
Heat lard or beef fat in 3 quarts (2850 ml) saucepan and saute onion until golden.
3
Sprinkle with paprika and saute a minute or two, stirring constantly over very low heat.
4
Add beef and stir around well in paprika and onion mixture.
5
Let meat sear and brown very slightly.
6
Sprinkle with salt, pepper and vinegar and stir in tomato paste.
7
Simmer 3 or 4 minutes, then add caraway seeds, marjoram, garlic and water.
8
Bring to boiling point, cover and simmer gently 45 minutes, or until meat is almost done.
9
Add diced potatoes and cook slowly 15 to 20 minutes longer, or until meat and potatoes are thoroughly cooked.
10
Check seasoning and serve in deep bowls.

395

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb (.5 kg). beef (chuck, shin, neck), 2 tbsp (30 ml) fresh lard or rendered beef fat, or bacon fat, 1 large onion, diced, heaping 1 tbsp (15 ml) Hungarian sweet paprika, and more.

Yes, Gulyassuppe - Goulash Soup 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!

Gulyassuppe - Goulash Soup

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