Best 6 Davids Goulash Recipes

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**David's Goulash: A Culinary Journey Through Hungary**

Embark on a tantalizing culinary odyssey with David's Goulash, a delectable Hungarian stew that embodies the essence of comfort food. This hearty and flavorful dish, pronounced "goo-yash," is a symphony of rich flavors and textures, featuring tender chunks of beef or pork simmered in a robust broth infused with aromatic paprika, sweet onions, and a touch of spice. As the stew gently bubbles away, the meat becomes fall-apart tender, while the vegetables lend their natural sweetness and depth of flavor. Served piping hot, David's Goulash is a delightful marriage of rustic charm and sophisticated taste.

**Explore a Trio of Goulash Recipes:**

1. **Classic Goulash:** Immerse yourself in the traditional Hungarian experience with this timeless recipe. Beef or pork takes center stage, braised to perfection in a flavorful paprika-infused broth. Potatoes, carrots, and bell peppers add a vibrant medley of colors and textures, while a dollop of sour cream provides a cooling contrast to the rich stew.

2. **Easy Goulash:** Craving a comforting and hassle-free meal? Look no further than this simplified Goulash recipe. Ground beef or pork is browned and combined with a medley of colorful vegetables, creating a quick and satisfying one-pot dish. Seasoned with paprika, cumin, and a hint of garlic, this Goulash is a delightful weeknight dinner option.

3. **Vegetarian Goulash:** Embark on a plant-based culinary adventure with this hearty and satisfying Vegetarian Goulash. Tender mushrooms and vegetables take the place of meat, simmering in a rich and flavorful broth infused with paprika, cumin, and a touch of heat. Serve it with crusty bread for a wholesome and comforting meal.

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

GOULASH



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Not to be confused with the Hungarian dish of paprika-spiced stewed meat and vegetables, this American version of goulash, also referred to as "slumgullion," is made with ground beef and pasta. The beef is cooked down with plenty of aromatics and spices and combined with tomatoes, pasta, and cheese to create the perfect comfort meal. We added paprika to the dish in a nod to its Hungarian counterpart.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound ground beef
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon tomato paste
One 15-ounce can diced tomatoes
One 15-ounce can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup low-sodium beef broth
8 ounces cavatappi pasta
4 ounces sharp Cheddar, shredded on the large holes of a box grater (about 1 cup), plus more for serving
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add the beef and cook, stirring and breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 8 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon salt, a few grinds of pepper, the paprika, and Italian seasoning to the beef and stir to combine. Cook, stirring, until the paprika begins to toast and become fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir the tomato paste into the beef mixture to coat, then cook until the paste thickens and deepens in color, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Worcestershire and beef broth to the beef mixture and stir, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot, to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat to medium low and add the cavatappi. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Remove the pot from the heat. Gently stir in the parsley and Cheddar until combined and the cheese starts to melt. Divide the goulash among 6 bowls and top with more shredded Cheddar and chopped parsley.

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

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

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

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

GOULASH



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This goulash recipe is made in American style, using ground beef, onions, garlic, tomatoes, and spices.

Categories     weeknight meals     comfort food     dinner     main dish

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tbsp. olive oil
1 onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 1/2 lb. ground beef
1 (15 oz.) can beef broth
1 (15 oz). can tomato sauce
1 (15 oz.) can diced tomatoes
1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp. seasoned salt
2 tsp. dried Italian seasoning
1 tbsp. ground paprika
1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
2 c. elbow macaroni
1 c. sharp cheddar cheese, grated
Chopped fresh herbs, like parsley, chives, or dill, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the oil in a large dutch oven or pot and place over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the onion and cook until slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 more minute. Add the ground beef, breaking it up into little pieces with a wooden spoon, and cook until no pink remains, about 5 minutes. If a lot of liquid or fat remain in the skillet, drain most and discard.
  • Add the beef broth, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, 1/2 cup water, Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, Italian seasoning, paprika and ground black pepper. Stir to combine and return to a simmer.
  • Add the macaroni and return the pot to a simmer once again. Reduce heat to medium low and cook for about 12 minutes, until the macaroni is tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat and fold in the cheese. Stir until it is completely melted into the sauce. Serve topped with chopped herbs, if desired.

DAVID'S GOULASH



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In Memory of my son who loved this. As a single Mom I use to combine ingredients that were filling..you know "lots for less". This was the only one that continued on and one of my very favorite meals. Hope it becomes a favorite for your family also. I guarantee you'll return for seconds.

Provided by Moonbugz_

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb elbow macaroni
6 slices cooked bacon
1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large saucepan as you are preparing remaining ingredients.
  • Fry bacon to a crispness in a large frying pan and remove to a paper towel leaving drippings in the pan.
  • They will be absorbed.
  • Break apart the ground beef into small chunks and brown in the bacon drippings adding the onion and the garlic.
  • Stir frequently as the meat browns and the onion becomes translucent.
  • Add the tomatoes and stir to mix thoroughly.
  • Allow to cook a few minutes for the meat to absorb the flavors.
  • Drain the cooked macaroni and add to the pan, again mixing well.
  • Cook on a low flame until almost all juices are absorbed. Crumble bacon over the Goulash before serving.
  • Leftovers taste better the next day, so don't be afraid you are making too much.
  • Goes well with a salad and french or italian bread.

BEEF CHEEK GOULASH



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Provided by Pete Wells

Categories     dinner, lunch, main course

Time 6h

Yield 6 to 8 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/3 cup rendered duck fat or safflower oil
5 large onions (2 pounds), halved and thinly sliced
5 red bell peppers, trimmed and roughly chopped
3/4 cup tomato paste
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons sweet paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons hot paprika
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons dried marjoram
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
2 teaspoons caraway seeds, toasted and freshly ground
1/8 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh marjoram, plus additional for garnish
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme
1/4 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
3 1/2 pounds beef cheeks, trimmed and halved, or 3 1/2 pounds deckle (second cut) brisket, cut into 2-inch chunks
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons pickling liquid from a jar of cornichons or other sour pickles, or apple cider vinegar, to taste.

Steps:

  • In a large heavy pot over medium-low heat, melt the duck fat (or heat the oil) and add the onions. Reduce heat to very low and cook slowly cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are a very dark brown, 1 1/2 to 2 hours. If necessary, toward the end of cooking, raise heat to medium and stir constantly until onions are browned.
  • Meanwhile, place the red peppers in a steamer over boiling water and steam until very soft, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer peppers to a food mill or blender and purée (straining afterward if using a blender). You should have 3/4 cup purée; reserve any remainder for another use.
  • Add the tomato paste to the onions and cook until paste darkens, about 5 minutes. Add the sweet and hot paprikas and mix well. Add 7 cups water, the red pepper purée, the vinegar, dried marjoram, garlic, ground caraway seeds and lemon zest. Add half of each of the fresh marjoram, thyme and rosemary.
  • Season the beef cheeks generously with salt and pepper and add them to the pot. Bring liquid to a bare simmer and cook partly covered, stirring only 3 or 4 times, for at least 3 hours, then add the rest of the fresh herbs and begin to check the cheeks' tenderness with a fork. They are done when they fall easily from the fork, after about 4 hours. They should be meltingly tender, but not fall apart. As some pieces will take longer than others, pull them from the liquid as they are done. Spread the cooked beef cheeks in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  • When all the cheeks are done, pass the cooking liquid through a colander. (Don't use a sieve, as you want to push tiny bits of onion through to make a slightly chunky sauce.)
  • Pour the sauce over the cheeks and season to taste with salt, pepper, additional fresh marjoram and cornichon juice. Serve immediately, very hot, or reheat by covering baking sheet and returning cheeks to oven at 350 degrees.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 436, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 46 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 1002 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Use high-quality beef: Opt for chuck roast or beef chuck steak for a tender and flavorful goulash.
  • Brown the beef in batches: Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even browning and prevent the meat from steaming.
  • Sauté the vegetables: Taking the time to sauté the onions, garlic, and paprika until fragrant enhances the goulash's flavor.
  • Use a good quality beef broth: A flavorful broth forms the base of the goulash, so choose a high-quality one or make your own.
  • Simmer for at least an hour: The longer the goulash simmers, the more tender the beef becomes and the flavors meld together.
  • Season to taste: Adjust the seasonings, including salt, pepper, and paprika, to your preference.
  • Serve with traditional accompaniments: Spätzle, egg noodles, or mashed potatoes are classic sides for goulash.

Conclusion:

David's Goulash is a hearty and comforting dish that showcases the classic flavors of Hungarian cuisine. With its tender beef, rich broth, and aromatic spices, this goulash is sure to warm you up on a cold day. Follow these tips and tricks to make a delicious and authentic goulash that will impress your family and friends.

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