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Old Fashioned Goulash Recipe Paprika Tomato Stew With Emerald Parsley 1761427905.6623862

old fashioned goulash recipe Paprika Tomato Stew with Emerald Parsley

  • Author: Nicole Martinez
  • Total Time: 90 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: General

Description

This old fashioned goulash recipe is a comforting and vibrant Paprika Tomato Stew, perfect for busy parents and home cooks. It offers quick prep, rich flavor, and freezer-friendly convenience, making healthy eating a joy.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 large yellow onions (300g), finely chopped
  • 2 medium bell peppers (300g) (any color), diced
  • 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 3 Tbsp sweet Hungarian paprika
  • 4 cups low sodium beef broth
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 0.25 cup fresh emerald parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • 1 Tbsp flour or cornstarch (optional, for thicker stew)

Instructions

  1. Brown the Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add beef chuck in a single layer and brown on all sides until well-sealed and deeply colored. Transfer browned beef to a bowl.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same pot. Add chopped yellow onions and diced bell peppers. Sauté, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
  3. Add Garlic and Paprika: Stir in the minced garlic and 3 tablespoons of sweet Hungarian paprika. Cook for just 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  4. Build the Stew Base: Pour in 0.5 cup of the beef broth, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze. Stir in the tomato paste and canned diced tomatoes with their juices.
  5. Simmer the Goulash: Return the browned beef to the pot. Add the remaining 3.5 cups of beef broth, ensuring the meat is mostly submerged. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until the beef is fork-tender and the sauce has slightly thickened (about 45-60 minutes).
  6. Season and Finish: Taste the stew and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Just before serving, stir in the fresh Emerald Parsley.

Notes

For a spicier stew, add a pinch of cayenne pepper along with the paprika. For a lighter version, consider using leaner ground beef or turkey instead of chuck. This recipe is freezer-friendly.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 70 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Hungarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups (approx. 380g)
  • Calories: 550 calories
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 500 mg
  • Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Cholesterol: 100 mg

Keywords: Goulash, Beef Stew, Paprika, Tomato, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Freezer Friendly, Weeknight Meal, Traditional, Hearty

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