Best 2 Classic Goulash Recipes

**Goulash: A Hearty and Flavorful Hungarian Stew**

Goulash is a traditional Hungarian stew that originated in the 9th century. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that is typically made with beef, vegetables, and spices. The beef is usually stewed in a flavorful broth made with paprika, cumin, and caraway seeds. Vegetables such as onions, peppers, tomatoes, and potatoes are often added to the stew. Goulash is typically served with bread or dumplings.

This article provides three different recipes for goulash:

1. **Classic Goulash:** This recipe is for a traditional Hungarian goulash made with beef, vegetables, and spices. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day.

2. **Easy Goulash:** This recipe is for a simplified version of goulash that is perfect for busy weeknights. It uses ground beef instead of stew meat, and it is cooked in one pot.

3. **Slow Cooker Goulash:** This recipe is for a slow cooker goulash that is perfect for those who want a hands-off meal. Simply add the ingredients to your slow cooker in the morning, and dinner will be ready when you get home.

No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this classic Hungarian dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CLASSIC GOULASH

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Easy recipe for making a classic goulash. Can also be done in a slow cooker. Inspired by Paula Deen's Bobby's Goulash.

Provided by pathunt

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Goulash Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 pounds lean ground beef
2 large yellow onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
3 cups water
2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons dried Italian herb seasoning
3 bay leaves
1 tablespoon seasoned salt, or to taste
2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni

Steps:

Cook and stir the ground beef in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, breaking the meat up as it cooks, until the meat is no longer pink and has started to brown, about 10 minutes. Skim off excess fat, and stir in the onions and garlic. Cook and stir the meat mixture until the onions are translucent, about 10 more minutes.
Stir water, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, soy sauce, Italian seasoning, bay leaves, and seasoned salt into the meat mixture and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir macaroni into the mixture, cover, and simmer over low heat until the pasta is tender, about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, discard bay leaves, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.5 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Cholesterol 74.3 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 1466.1 mg, Sugar 9.1 g

EASY CLASSIC GOULASH

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This version of classic American beef goulash makes an easy one-pot meal for the whole family. We love it.

Provided by Dawn Bohler

Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 pounds lean ground beef
2 large yellow onions, chopped
6 cloves garlic, chopped
2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
3 cups water
½ cup sofrito sauce (such as Goya®)
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon seasoned salt, or to taste
3 bay leaves
2 ½ cups uncooked elbow macaroni

Steps:

Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot pot until browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes; drain and discard grease. Stir onion and garlic into beef; cook and stir until onion is translucent, about 10 minutes.
Stir tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, water, sofrito, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, seasoned salt, and bay leaves into beef mixture. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until flavors blend, about 20 minutes.
Pour macaroni into beef mixture, cover the pot, and continue simmering until pasta is tender and flavors are completely blended, about 25 minutes. Discard bay leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.4 calories, Carbohydrate 41.5 g, Cholesterol 68.6 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 28.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 1270.8 mg, Sugar 10.2 g

Tips:

Use high-quality beef for the best flavor. Chuck roast or beef stew meat are both good options.
Brown the beef in batches to prevent overcrowding the pan and ensure even cooking.
Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to evenly distribute heat and prevent scorching.
Add a variety of vegetables to your goulash for added flavor and nutrition. Carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes are all classic choices.
Use a good quality paprika for the best flavor. Hungarian paprika is a good option.
Simmer the goulash for at least 1 hour, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
Serve the goulash over egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Conclusion:

Classic goulash is a hearty and flavorful stew that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious goulash that your family and friends will love.