🇭🇺 Hungarian Food: Traditional Beef Goulash (Ready in 10 Minutes Prep)
This Hungarian food classic – Beef Goulash is rich, hearty, and full of deep flavors. With tender beef simmered in a paprika-infused sauce, this dish is comforting and perfect for any meal. Best of all, the prep takes just 10 minutes, then it slowly cooks to perfection!
📝 Ingredients
600 g beef (cut into cubes)
2 tablespoons oil or lard
2 onions (finely chopped)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
2 tablespoons Hungarian paprika
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 cups beef broth
1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
1 teaspoon paprika (extra for flavor)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional:
Potatoes or pasta (for serving)
Sour cream
Pickles
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Sauté the Base
Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook until soft and golden. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
Step 2: Add the Beef
Add beef cubes and cook until browned on all sides.
Step 3: Add Spices
Reduce heat and stir in paprika and tomato paste (don’t burn the paprika). Mix well.
Step 4: Simmer
Pour in beef broth, add caraway seeds, salt, and pepper. Cover and simmer on low heat for 1.5–2 hours until the beef is tender and sauce thickens.
Step 5: Serve
Serve hot with potatoes, pasta, or bread. Add sour cream on top for extra richness.
