(Marhapörkölt) 🇭🇺🍲

Rich, hearty, and packed with deep paprika flavor, this traditional Hungarian beef stew is slow-cooked until perfectly tender. Pure comfort food and a true taste of Hungary!

Ingredients

• 2 lbs (900g) beef chuck, cut into cubes
• 2 tbsp oil or beef fat
• 2 large onions, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp Hungarian sweet paprika
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 tsp caraway seeds
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Pearl onions or potatoes (optional)
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add onions and cook until soft and golden.
3. Stir in garlic and paprika quickly so it doesn’t burn.
4. Add beef cubes and brown on all sides.
5. Mix in carrots, bell pepper, tomato paste, and caraway seeds.
6. Pour in beef broth and bring to a simmer.
7. Cover and cook on low heat for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until beef is fork-tender.
8. Add pearl onions or potatoes during the last 30 minutes if desired.
9. Season with salt and pepper.
10. Garnish with parsley and serve hot with crusty bread or dumplings.

Tips

• Use authentic Hungarian paprika for the best flavor.
• Slow cooking makes the meat incredibly tender.
• Tastes even better the next day!