Best 7 Best Hungarian Goulash Recipes

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**Goulash: A Culinary Journey Through Hungary's Rich History and Diverse Flavors**

Goulash, a traditional Hungarian stew, embodies the country's culinary heritage and vibrant flavors. Originating from the Magyar tribes in the 9th century, goulash has evolved into a national dish, cherished for its warmth, heartiness, and ability to bring people together. This versatile stew showcases Hungary's diverse culinary influences, blending the finest local ingredients with paprika, a quintessential Hungarian spice, to create a symphony of flavors.

From the classic Beef Goulash, featuring tender chunks of beef braised in a rich paprika-infused sauce, to the hearty Porkolt, where succulent pork takes center stage, goulash offers a delightful range of variations. Vegetarians can savor the enticing Mushroom Goulash, where earthy mushrooms replace meat, while the Fish Goulash, bursting with the freshness of river fish, offers a unique twist on this beloved dish.

Each recipe in this article is a testament to the versatility and adaptability of goulash. Whether you prefer the traditional beef version, the smoky flavor of pork, or the meatless delights of mushrooms or fish, these recipes provide step-by-step instructions, ensuring success in your culinary adventure.

So, gather your ingredients, light your stove, and embark on a culinary journey through Hungary's rich history and diverse flavors with these authentic goulash recipes. Indulge in the warmth and comfort of this iconic stew, and let the vibrant Hungarian paprika ignite your taste buds with every bite.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

HUNGARIAN GOULASH



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Talk about your heirloom recipes! My grandmother made this Hungarian goulash recipe for my mother when she was a child, and Mom made it for us to enjoy. Paprika and caraway add wonderful flavor and sour cream gives it a creamy richness. It's simply scrumptious! -Marcia Doyle, Pompano, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 7h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 medium onions, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 medium green peppers, chopped
3 pounds beef stew meat
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
2 tablespoons olive oil
1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon caraway seeds
1 garlic clove, minced
Dash sugar
12 cups uncooked whole wheat egg noodles
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream

Steps:

  • Place the onions, carrots and green peppers in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Sprinkle meat with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. In a large skillet, brown meat in oil in batches. Transfer to slow cooker., Add broth to skillet, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Combine the flour, paprika, tomato paste, caraway seeds, garlic, sugar and remaining salt and pepper; stir into skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Pour over meat. Cover and cook on low for 7-9 hours or until meat is tender., Cook noodles according to package directions. Stir sour cream into slow cooker. Drain noodles; serve with goulash.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 285mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TOP-RATED HUNGARIAN GOULASH



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"With tender beef and a rich flavorful sauce, this entree is an old favorite with my family," says field editor Joan Rose of Langley, British Columbia.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h50m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 pound lean boneless pork, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 large onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 cups water
2 tablespoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup sour cream
Hot cooked noodles

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown beef, pork and onions in oil over medium heat; drain. Add the water, paprika, salt and marjoram; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours or until meat is tender. , Just before serving, combine flour and sour cream until smooth; stir into meat mixture. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Serve over noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 212mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

AUTHENTIC HUNGARIAN GOULASH



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This recipe was given to me by my sister, who got it from a lady visiting from Hungary in 1961.

Provided by SUSANNAH

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Goulash Recipes

Time 3h50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
2 large onions, diced
2 pounds flank steak
⅛ teaspoon caraway seed
¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
1 clove garlic, minced
5 tablespoons paprika
2 cups water
4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium high heat. Saute onions until soft, then add beef and brown. Stir in caraway seed, marjoram, garlic and paprika. Pour water over all, lower heat to low and simmer for 2 1/2 hours.
  • Add potatoes and cook until tender, another 45 minutes to 1 hour. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.8 calories, Carbohydrate 29.1 g, Cholesterol 57.8 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 21.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 84.5 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

HUNGARIAN GOULASH SOUP



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I taught with the Defense Department in Germany (and met my husband, an Air Force pilot, there). Goulash soup was one of the first foods I tried overseas...I pieced this recipe together once I got back home. I make it often-with two little boys, 3 and 1, it's nice knowing that dinner is "under control"!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h10m

Yield 8 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 bacon strips, diced
1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 small green pepper, seeded and chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
1 large garlic clove, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes
3 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons paprika
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
Pepper to taste
Dash sugar
2 large potatoes, peeled and diced
1/2 cup sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a large kettle, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. Add beef cubes and brown on all sides. Add green pepper and onions; cook until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, broth, paprika, salt, pepper and sugar. , Cover and simmer for about 1-1/2 hours or until beef is tender. About 1/2 hour before serving, add the potatoes and reserved bacon; cook until potatoes are tender. Garnish each serving with a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 920mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

AUTHENTIC HUNGARIAN GOULASH



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Here is a recipe for authentic Hungarian Goulash I learned to make from my grandmother and mother who were from Austria-Hungary. We would NEVER consider tomatoes or green peppers or other spices in Goulash. Slow cooking is the secret and you can never use too much paprika. Note: my grandmother made the biscuits from scratch, but I find the Bisquick ones are easier and tastier.

Provided by Pa. Hiker

Categories     Stew

Time 3h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lbs beef chuck, cubed
1 teaspoon salt
2 medium onions, chopped
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons sweet Hungarian paprika
2 bay leaves
1 quart water
4 lbs red potatoes, cubed
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups Bisquick baking mix
2/3 cup milk
wide egg noodles
1 pint sour cream

Steps:

  • Cut meat into 1-inch cubes then salt.
  • Chop onions and brown in oil.
  • Add beef and paprika, simmer for 1 hour.
  • Add water, potatoes, bay leaf, and pepper.
  • Cover and simmer for 40 minutes.
  • Separately mix Bisquick and milk.
  • Drop by spoonfuls onto boiling stew and cook, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
  • Cover and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Serve over cooked, wide egg noodles, top with a dollop of sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 766.4, Fat 43.7, SaturatedFat 18.7, Cholesterol 107, Sodium 798.6, Carbohydrate 62.8, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 7.3, Protein 30.7

THE BEST HUNGARIAN GOULASH EVER!



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I found this recipe in Cooking for 2 and tweaked it quite a bit to make more. It's quite different from anything I've ever tried before. It is SO YUMMY!!!!!!!!! I've tried it with and without the Sour Cream and it gives it distinct flavor either way-- so try it both ways!

Provided by poeteangel

Categories     Stew

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb sirloin
1 cup flour
1 tablespoon pepper
1 tablespoon Morton nature seasons seasoning blend
8 ounces fresh mushrooms
1 small onion
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons margarine
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (10 ounce) can tomato puree
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon garlic
1 tablespoon sour cream
2 tablespoons caraway seeds
2 tablespoons marjoram

Steps:

  • Combine flour, pepper and Morton's Seasoning in a zip lock bag.
  • Add sirloin and coat.
  • Heat saute pan over medium heat.
  • Add butter and oil when hot.
  • Cook beef, onion, and mushroom until the onions are tender and the meat is brown.
  • Stir in broth, tomatoes, lemon juice, garlic, carraway seeds, marjoram and stir well.
  • Allow mixture to simmer at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to mingle.
  • Stir in sour cream before serving.
  • Serve over hot, egg noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.2, Fat 19.6, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 69.6, Sodium 485.1, Carbohydrate 38.4, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 6, Protein 34.9

HUNGARIAN GOULASH



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Make and share this Hungarian Goulash recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Plainbil

Categories     Stew

Time 2h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb beef, cut into cubes
2 medium onions, minced
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1 1/4 teaspoons paprika
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3/4 teaspoon cider vinegar
6 tablespoons ketchup
1 1/2 cups water
3 tablespoons flour
1 (6 ounce) package noodles

Steps:

  • Brown meat on all sides in heavy fry pan or Dutch oven; add onion.
  • Combine mustard, paprika, brown sugar, salt.
  • Combine Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, ketchup; add to mustard mixture; add to meat; add 1 cup of the water; stir; cover.
  • Cook over low heat 2 hours or until meat is very tender.
  • Blend flour with remaining 1/2 cup of water; stir until thickened.
  • Boil noodles in salted water until tender; drain.
  • Serve meat mixture over noodles.
  • Eight servings.
  • I sometimes use corn starch instead of flour to thicken.Also can be done in a pressure cooker instead of dutch oven as in step 4, to cut time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1033.3, Fat 82.7, SaturatedFat 34, Cholesterol 148.3, Sodium 1148.3, Carbohydrate 55.4, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 16.3, Protein 17.1

Tips:

  • Use high-quality beef: Use chuck roast or stew meat for the best flavor and texture.
  • Brown the beef in batches: This will help to develop the flavor and prevent the meat from stewing.
  • Use a good quality paprika: Hungarian paprika is the best choice for this recipe, as it has a deep, rich flavor.
  • Don't skimp on the vegetables: The vegetables add sweetness, flavor, and texture to the goulash.
  • Use a good quality beef broth: This will help to give the goulash a rich, flavorful base.
  • Simmer the goulash for at least 1 hour: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the goulash with egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice: These are all classic accompaniments to goulash.

Conclusion:

Hungarian goulash is a delicious, hearty stew that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like your goulash spicy or mild, with more or less vegetables, or with different types of meat, there is a recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a comforting and flavorful meal, give Hungarian goulash a try.

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