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German Goulash

Savory German Goulash: Comfort in Every Hearty Bite

This German Goulash is a hearty stew that combines tender beef and savory spices, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: German
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 medium Onions Yellow or sweet onions recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with vegetable oil if needed.
  • 2 pounds Beef Chuck Roast or Stew Beef Cubed into 1 to 1.5-inch pieces.
  • 1 medium Green Pepper Can swap for red bell pepper.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is recommended.
  • 2 medium Tomato Canned diced tomatoes can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Sweet Hungarian Paprika Smoked paprika can be a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Marjoram Oregano can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Caraway Seed Omit if unavailable.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 4 cups Beef Broth or Bouillon Low-sodium options recommended.
  • 1 cup Dry Red Wine Use extra beef broth for a non-alcoholic option.
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Remove before serving.
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped Fresh Parsley Optional garnish.
Optional Additions
  • 3 cups Spaetzle or Egg Noodles Perfect for soaking up sauce.
  • Crusty Bread Ideal for dipping.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a Dutch oven, pour in olive oil and sauté sliced onions for 15-20 minutes until golden-brown.
  3. Brown cubed beef chuck in the same pot for 5-10 minutes until nicely browned.
  4. Return sautéed onions to the pot and stir in the remaining ingredients except the bay leaf.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, add a bay leaf, then lower the heat and cover slightly.
  6. Transfer the pot to your preheated oven and braise for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is fork-tender.
  7. Remove from oven, discard bay leaf, adjust seasoning, and serve garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 20mg

Notes

This stew is gluten-free and low-carb, perfect for various dietary preferences.

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