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hungarian beef goulash

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Recipe by
Francine Lizotte
@ClubFoody
Surrey South, BC

With a beautiful blend of spices, this tasty European stew is a great recipe to add to your favorites!

yield 8 servings
prep time 15 Min
cook time 2 Hr 30 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For hungarian beef goulash

  • 2 1/2 lb
    beef blade roast or beef chuck roast, cut into 2-inch cubes
  • 1/4 c
    unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp
    hot paprika
  • 2 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 4 c
    white onions, chopped in chunks
  • 1 1/2 c
    red peppers, chopped in chunks
  • 1 1/2 c
    green peppers, chopped in chunks
  • 1/4 tsp
    ground himalayan sea salt, or more to taste
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp
    mild paprika
  • 1/2 Tbsp
    smoked paprika
  • 2 tsp
    ground caraway seeds
  • 1 tsp
    marjoram
  • 1/2 tsp
    ground thyme
  • 1/4 tsp
    cayenne pepper, or more to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste (i always use mixed peppercorns)
  • 1/4 c
    dry red wine
  • 4 c
    low-sodium beef broth
  • 1/4 c
    tomato paste
  • 3 lg
    cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbsp
    balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp
    granulated sugar
  • 1 lg
    bay leaf
  • dollops of light sour cream, for garnish
  • fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
  • egg noodles or mashed potatoes

How To Make hungarian beef goulash

  • 1
    In a small bowl, combine flour and hot paprika. Transfer to a fine sieve and sprinkle over beef cubes to coat. In a large deep skillet over high, heat vegetable oil. Working in batches, add cubes and cook until just start to brow, about 2 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a large bowl while cooking the remaining cubes.
  • 2
    Return skillet to medium heat, add onions and peppers; sprinkle sea salt and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Transfer to bowl with beef using a slotted spoon. Let the skillet to cool off a little before returning on medium-low heat.
  • 3
    Using a spice grinder, crush caraway seeds, transfer to skillet along with mild paprika, smoked paprika, marjoram, thyme, cayenne and freshly ground black pepper. Toast spices, stirring constantly, for about 2 minutes. Pour in red wine and stir until it forms a paste. Add 1 cup beef broth, stirring the bottom to remove any particles of foods/spices and the paste is gone. Increase the heat to medium and add tomato paste; stir until dissolved. Add garlic, stir and when start to simmer again, re transfer meat and vegetable back to skillet. Pour in the remaining broth and add balsamic vinegar, sugar, and bay leaf; stir and increase heat to high to bring to a boil.
  • 4
    Reduce heat and maintain a steady simmer; cook for 1 ½ to 2 hours or until meat is tender. During cooking, skim off fat on top; discard. If liquid level is low, add a splash of stock. About 1 ½ hours, test meat tenderness and seasoning. Finish on medium heat to reduce sauce for about 30 minutes. Remove and discard bay leaf before serving.
  • 5
    Ladle over buttered egg noodles or mashed potatoes; spoon sour cream and sprinkle with parsley.
  • 6
    Note: To make buttered egg noodles, cook 4 cups egg noodles in 2 cups chicken broth. Drain and return noodle to pot. Add ¼ cup butter along with garlic salt, if desired; stir and serve.
  • 7
    To view this recipe on YouTube, click on this link >>>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VXDT6FcfauY
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