Tender beef cooked with paprika and vegetables, paired with warm, crusty bread for a satisfying dish.
# What you need:
→ Goulash
01 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
02 - 2 medium onions, finely chopped
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1.2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
05 - 2 tablespoons sweet paprika
06 - 1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
07 - 1 tablespoon tomato paste
08 - 2 medium carrots, sliced
09 - 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
10 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
11 - 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
12 - 3 cups beef broth
13 - 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
14 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
15 - 1 bay leaf
→ For Serving
16 - 1 small bunch parsley, chopped (optional)
17 - 1 loaf crusty bread (e.g., baguette or rustic country bread)
# Directions:
01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and cook until golden and soft, about 8 minutes.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add beef cubes to the pot and brown on all sides, about 6 to 8 minutes.
04 - Sprinkle sweet paprika and caraway seeds over the beef and onions, stirring to coat evenly.
05 - Stir in tomato paste, then add sliced carrots, diced potatoes, diced red bell pepper, canned tomatoes, and bay leaf. Mix well.
06 - Pour in beef broth, season with salt and black pepper, and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
07 - Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until beef is tender and sauce thickens.
08 - Remove and discard bay leaf. Adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and accompanied by thick slices of crusty bread.
