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German Goulash

Hearty German Goulash: Comfort in Every Delicious Bite

Discover the warm, hearty goodness of German Goulash, a comforting dish filled with tender beef and rich flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: German
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 2 pounds Beef chuck Can substitute with pork or lentils for vegetarian
For the Aromatics
  • 2 medium Onions Shallots can be substituted
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh is best
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can swap with vegetable oil
For the Spices
  • 2 tablespoons Sweet paprika Use mild chili powder if unavailable
  • 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Caraway seeds Can omit if not preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Marjoram Thyme can be used
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper Adjust to taste
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste Essential for depth
  • 4 cups Beef broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian
  • 1 cup Red wine Optional
  • 14.5 ounces Diced tomatoes Fresh can be used
For the Vegetables
  • 2 medium Bell peppers Any variety
  • 1 pound Potatoes Waxy varieties are best
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Sour cream Greek yogurt is a lower-fat option
  • 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour Use gluten-free flour if needed
To Finish Off
  • To taste Salt
  • To taste Pepper
  • For serving Fresh parsley Chives or scallions can substitute
  • For serving Noodles or Spätzle Bread or rice are alternatives

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat dry the beef chuck and cut into 1-inch cubes. Season liberally with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown beef cubes in batches for 4-5 minutes.
  3. Sauté onions for 5-7 minutes until caramelized, then add minced garlic, sweet paprika, smoked paprika, caraway seeds, marjoram, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Mix in tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes until it darkens.
  5. Pour in beef broth and red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot. Bring to simmer.
  6. Return browned beef to the pot and simmer gently for 2-3 hours.
  7. Add diced tomatoes and bell peppers, allowing to simmer for 10 minutes.
  8. Cover and simmer on low for 30-45 minutes to meld flavors.
  9. Add cubed potatoes and simmer covered for another 30-45 minutes.
  10. Whisk together sour cream and flour in a separate bowl. Temper with hot goulash liquid.
  11. Stir tempered mixture back into the pot and simmer for 5-10 minutes to thicken.
  12. Garnish with parsley and serve over spaetzle or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Let the goulash sit for about 10 minutes before serving to enhance flavor.

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