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Hearty Homestyle Goulash

Hearty Homestyle Goulash
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Hearty Homestyle Goulash is a comforting, slow-cooked stew featuring tender beef chuck, sweet paprika, and fresh vegetables simmered to rich, soul-warming perfection. This classic dish delivers deep flavors with every spoonful, perfect as a satisfying meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds beef chuck, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 medium onions, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons sweet Hungarian paprika
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 1 large bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Cut the beef chuck into even bite-sized pieces. Chop onions, dice carrots, and slice bell peppers to ensure even cooking. Mince garlic finely to release maximum flavor.
  2. Sear the Beef: Heat olive oil in a heavy pot over medium-high heat. Brown beef chunks in batches without overcrowding to get a nice caramelized crust. Remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté the Aromatics: In the same pot, add onions and garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant to create a flavorful base.
  4. Add the Spices and Tomato Paste: Sprinkle sweet paprika over the onions and garlic, stirring constantly to toast the spice slightly. Stir in tomato paste for richness and body.
  5. Combine and Simmer: Return beef to the pot, add carrots, bell peppers, bay leaves, and pour in beef broth to cover. Season generously with salt and pepper. Bring mixture to a gentle simmer.
  6. Cook Low and Slow: Cover the pot and simmer on low heat for 1.5 to 2 hours, allowing beef to become tender and flavors to meld into a thick stew.

Notes

  • Brown your meat well to add crucial depth of flavor to the stew.
  • Use quality sweet Hungarian paprika for authentic taste and vibrant color.
  • Slow simmering unlocks the best tenderness and rich, harmonious flavors.
  • Adjust the liquid as needed; add more broth if too thick or simmer uncovered to reduce if too thin.
  • Let the goulash rest a few minutes off heat before serving to allow flavors to settle.

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Keywords: goulash, beef stew, homestyle, paprika, slow cooked, comforting, Hungarian stew, hearty dinner

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