Hungarian Goulash (Gulyás)

📝 Ingredients

• 500 g beef (chuck or stewing beef, cubed)
• 2 tbsp oil or lard
• 2 large onions (chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tbsp Hungarian sweet paprika
• 1 tsp caraway seeds (optional)
• 2 carrots (sliced)
• 2 potatoes (cubed)
• 1 bell pepper (chopped)
• 1 tomato (chopped) or 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 liter beef broth or water
• Salt and pepper to taste

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Build the Base

1. Heat oil or lard in a large pot.
2. Add chopped onions and cook until soft and golden.
3. Remove from heat and stir in paprika (to prevent burning).
4. Add garlic and caraway seeds.

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2. Cook the Meat

1. Add beef cubes and mix well to coat.
2. Return to heat and cook for a few minutes.
3. Add a small amount of water and simmer until the meat begins to soften.

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3. Add Vegetables

1. Add carrots, potatoes, bell pepper, and tomato.
2. Pour in broth or water.
3. Season with salt and pepper.

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4. Simmer

• Cover and cook on low heat for 1.5 to 2 hours, until the beef is tender and flavors are rich.

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5. Serve

• Serve hot as a soup or stew with fresh bread.