Hungarian Beef Goulash Recipe

Name: Hungarian Beef Goulash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil; 1 1/2 lb. beef boneless chuck, cut in small cubes; 2 c. water; 1 (8 oz.) can tomatoes, chopped; 3 medium onions, chopped; 1 clove garlic; 2 tsp. paprika; 2 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. instant beef bouillon; 1 can beef broth; 1/2 tsp. caraway seed; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 2 medium potatoes, cut in 1 1/2-inch pieces; 1 green pepper, cut in 1-inch pieces

Servings: persons

2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
1 1/2 lb. beef boneless chuck, cut in small cubes
2 c. water
1 (8 oz.) can tomatoes, chopped
3 medium onions, chopped
1 clove garlic
2 tsp. paprika
2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. instant beef bouillon
1 can beef broth
1/2 tsp. caraway seed
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 medium potatoes, cut in 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 green pepper, cut in 1-inch pieces

1
Heat oil in Dutch oven until hot.
2
Cook and stir beef until brown (15 minutes).
3
Drain.
4
Add water, tomatoes with liquid, onions, garlic, paprika, salt, bouillon, broth, caraway seed and pepper.
5
Bring to a boil.
6
Reduce heat.
7
Cover and simmer 1 1/2 hours.
8
Add potatoes; cover and simmer 30 minutes.
9
Add green pepper.
10
Cover and simmer 8 to 10 minutes.
11
Serve in soup bowls with French bread.

576

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Protein

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil, 1 1/2 lb. beef boneless chuck, cut in small cubes, 2 c. water, 1 (8 oz.) can tomatoes, chopped, and more.

Yes, Hungarian Beef 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!

Hungarian Beef Goulash

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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