Moms Hungarian Goulash Recipe

Name: Moms Hungarian Goulash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb stew meat. I used London broil cut into 1-inch pieces.; 1 quarter cup flour; 2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided; 1 large onion thinly slice; 2 tbsp smoked paprika; 2 tsp each of garlic powder and salt; 1/2 tsp ground black pepper; 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes; 2 tsp of tomato paste; 1 and 1/2 cups beef broth; 1 quarter cup sour cream; 1 lb bag of egg noodles cooked according to package directions

Servings: persons

2 lb stew meat. I used London broil cut into 1-inch pieces.
1 quarter cup flour
2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
1 large onion thinly slice
2 tbsp smoked paprika
2 tsp each of garlic powder and salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
28 oz can of crushed tomatoes
2 tsp of tomato paste
1 and 1/2 cups beef broth
1 quarter cup sour cream
1 lb bag of egg noodles cooked according to package directions

1
In a bowl mix flour with stew meat.
2
In a large heavy stock pot heat half of oil over medium heat.
3
Brown half of beef in oil until golden brown.
4
Remove first batch and brown second batch of beef.
5
Doing this step browns the meat instead of it steaming.
6
Remove all cooked meat and set aside.
7
Now add other half of oil and brown onions lightly.
8
Mix in tomato paste with salt, pepper, garlic and paprika.
9
Cook one minute.
10
Add in a can of crushed tomatoes and beef broth.
11
Lower heat to a simmer, stir completely scraping bottom of the pan.
12
Place in cooked beef.
13
Cover and simmer 1 hour 45 minutes until meat is tender.
14
Check progress and stir occasionally.
15
Finish sauce by stirring in sour cream .
16
Serve over cooked egg noodles.
17
Mom's recipe by taylor68too

2704

kcal

Calories

243

Fat

120

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

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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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: 2 lb stew meat. I used London broil cut into 1-inch pieces., 1 quarter cup flour, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided, 1 large onion thinly slice, and more.

Yes, Moms Hungarian 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!

Moms Hungarian Goulash

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