Best 6 Low Fat Beef Goulash Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey into the realm of flavors with our comprehensive guide to beef goulash. Originating from Hungary, this hearty and comforting stew is a symphony of succulent beef, tender vegetables, and a rich, aromatic broth.

Our collection of recipes caters to diverse dietary preferences and cooking styles. Whether you're a traditionalist seeking an authentic Hungarian experience or a health-conscious individual seeking a low-fat alternative, we have the perfect recipe for you.

For those who appreciate classic culinary traditions, our traditional beef goulash recipe embodies the essence of this iconic dish. Slow-cooked beef simmers in a flavorful broth infused with paprika, caraway seeds, and a medley of vegetables, resulting in a dish that's both hearty and soul-warming.

For those seeking a healthier option, our low-fat beef goulash recipe offers a guilt-free indulgence. Lean beef is combined with an array of vegetables, creating a wholesome and nutritious stew that doesn't compromise on taste.

If you're short on time, our quick and easy beef goulash recipe is the perfect solution. With a few simple steps and minimal ingredients, you can savor this delectable dish in a fraction of the time.

Additionally, our vegetarian beef goulash recipe caters to those who prefer a meatless option. Meat substitutes, such as tofu or lentils, provide a hearty and flavorful base, while the rich broth and vegetables create a satisfying and nutritious meal.

No matter your dietary preferences or cooking style, our collection of beef goulash recipes offers something for everyone. Embark on this culinary adventure and discover the diverse flavors and aromas that make beef goulash a beloved dish around the world.

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AMERICAN GOULASH



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American goulash, also known as old-fashioned goulash, is the perfect economical family meal. The pasta cooks right in the sauce, so this satisfying dish can cook in just one pot.

Provided by Carolyn Casner

Categories     Healthy Macaroni Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 ½ cups chopped onion
1 pound lean ground beef
2 large cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground pepper
1 (14 ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (8 ounce) can no-salt-added tomato sauce
1 cup low-sodium beef or chicken broth
1 1/4 cups whole-wheat elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and beef; cook, breaking up meat with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper; cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes and their juices, tomato sauce and broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and cook for 5 minutes. Add macaroni and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender, 6 to 9 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with Parmesan, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418 calories, Carbohydrate 39.9 g, Cholesterol 73.7 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 31.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 725.9 mg, Sugar 7.9 g

LOW FAT GOULASH



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This is another passed down family recipe. A favorite of Northerners and, with a few tweaks, lower in fat.

Provided by catercow

Categories     Poultry

Time 30m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb ground turkey
1 1/2 cups whole wheat elbow macaroni
1 (16 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans
1 cup onion, diced
1 teaspoon margarine
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon pepper

Steps:

  • Brown onions in margarine in a large skillet. Add ground turkey and brown.
  • While this is cooking, cook macaroni according to directions.
  • Drain and rinse the turkey and mix in seasonings. Drain the macaroni. Place both in large skillet.
  • Add all the ingredients using only 1/2 the can of tomatoes until it cooks a little while. Add the rest and simmer 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.8, Fat 12.1, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 89.6, Sodium 398.4, Carbohydrate 68.6, Fiber 13.7, Sugar 8, Protein 37.1

LOW-FAT BEEF GOULASH



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A real comfort food. Serve this with freshly boiled rice/pasta or even mashed potatoes. 3 WW points per serving. (From WW cookbook) This dish freezes really well, you can make extra for those lazy nights. Since this goulash is low in fat, there's no addition of sour cream/cream to thicken it up. If you like it very thick, simmer with some chopped potatoes for longer time or use 1 1/2 tsp cornstarch dissolved in 2 TB cold water to thicken up.

Provided by WaterMelon

Categories     Stew

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 onion, sliced
350 g extra-lean stewing beef, cubed
1 tablespoon paprika
2 bay leaves
150 ml red wine
400 g canned chopped tomatoes
150 ml beef stock
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
salt
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet, and fry onion until softened.
  • Add steak and cook for a few minutes.
  • Stir in paprika, add bay leaves, wine, tomatoes and stock.
  • Bring to boil.
  • Season to taste, then simmer for 1 hour or so (until the meat is tender).
  • Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

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

EASY BEEF GOULASH



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"I found the recipe for this stovetop goulash several years ago in an old cookbook," reports Phyllis Pollock of Erie, Pennsylvania. "It really his the spot with warm home-baked bread from the bread machine and a dish of cold applesauce."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1-1/2 cups uncooked spiral pasta
1 pound boneless beef sirloin steak, cut into 1/8-inch-thick strips
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1-1/2 cups water
1 cup reduced-sodium beef broth
1-1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1 to 2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon caraway seeds
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cold water

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, stir-fry beef in oil for 4-5 minutes or meat is no longer pink. Add onion and green pepper; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, water, broth, vinegar and seasonings. Bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. , In a small bowl, combine flour and cold water until smooth. Add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Drain pasta; stir into beef mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 371mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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

Tips:

  • Use lean beef: Opt for leaner cuts of beef, such as chuck roast or flank steak, to reduce the overall fat content of the goulash.
  • Trim excess fat: Before cooking, trim any visible fat from the beef to further reduce the fat content.
  • Use low-fat cooking methods: Cook the goulash in a nonstick pan or Dutch oven over medium heat to minimize the amount of oil or butter needed.
  • Add vegetables: Incorporate plenty of vegetables into the goulash, such as carrots, celery, onions, and bell peppers, to boost its nutritional value and reduce the overall fat content.
  • Use low-sodium broth: Choose low-sodium beef broth or vegetable broth to reduce the sodium content of the goulash.
  • Season with herbs and spices: Use a variety of herbs and spices, such as paprika, cumin, oregano, and thyme, to flavor the goulash without adding additional fat or calories.
  • Serve with healthy sides: Pair the goulash with healthy sides, such as whole-wheat bread, brown rice, or a side salad, to create a balanced and satisfying meal.

Conclusion:

This low-fat beef goulash is a delicious and nutritious meal that can be enjoyed as part of a healthy diet. By following the tips provided, you can create a goulash that is lower in fat, sodium, and calories, while still being packed with flavor and nutrients. So, next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give this low-fat beef goulash a try!

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