Ill Never Go Hungary Again Goulash Recipe

Name: Ill Never Go Hungary Again Goulash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cooking spray; 2 cups thinly sliced onions; 1 cup thinly sliced celery; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef; 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon paprika; 4 cups water; 2 (14 1/2-ounce) cans stewed tomatoes; 1 1/2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1 tablespoon low-sodium beef bouillon granules; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon ground marjoram; 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 bay leaf; Pinch of parsley flakes

Servings: persons

Cooking spray
2 cups thinly sliced onions
1 cup thinly sliced celery
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon paprika
4 cups water
2 (14 1/2-ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
1 1/2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 tablespoon low-sodium beef bouillon granules
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground marjoram
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 bay leaf
Pinch of parsley flakes

1
Preheat the oven to 325F.
2
Coat a 4-quart oven-safe saucepan or Dutch oven with cooking spray and set over medium heat.
3
Add the onions and celery, and saute for 8 minutes.
4
Add the garlic and saute for 5 more minutes or until the onions are translucent.
5
Add the beef, tomato paste, flour, and paprika; cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
6
Stir in the water, tomatoes, potatoes, bouillon, salt, marjoram, pepper, bay leaf, and parsley.
7
Bring to a boil, then remove the pot from the heat and cover.
8
Place the pan in the oven and cook for 1 1/2 hours or until bubbling and potatoes can easily be pierced with a knife.
9
Stir every 1/2 hour.

770

kcal

Calories

Fat

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

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cooking spray, 2 cups thinly sliced onions, 1 cup thinly sliced celery, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Ill Never Go Hungary Again 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!

Ill Never Go Hungary Again Goulash

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