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Authentic German Goulash

Authentic German Goulash

A hearty and flavorful Authentic German Goulash made with tender beef and spices, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine German
Servings 4 servings
Calories 529 kcal

Equipment

  • deep heavy skillet
  • Dutch oven

Ingredients
  

Meat and Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds stewing beef, cut into chunks
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced about 400 g
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup dry red wine (e.g., cabernet sauvignon, pinot noir)
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GGWB6RG?ie=UTF8&tag=thedargou09-20&camp=1789&linkCode=xm2&creativeASIN=B01GGWB6RG
  • 3 tablespoons Hungarian paprika https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004UU2KXQ?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creativeASIN=B004UU2KXQ&linkCode=xm2&tag=thedargou09-20&th=1
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried marjoram https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00XCA1PKY?ie=UTF8&tag=thedargou09-20&camp=1789&linkCode=xm2&creativeASIN=B00XCA1PKY&th=1
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 bay leaf https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00XNK0BS0?ie=UTF8&tag=thedargou09-20&camp=1789&linkCode=xm2&creativeASIN=B00XNK0BS0
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch dissolved in water 2 tablespoons water (or more depending on desired thickness)

Instructions
 

Cooking Steps

  • Heat the oil in a deep heavy skillet or Dutch oven and brown the beef on all sides. Transfer the beef to a plate and set aside.
  • Add the onions and cook until lightly browned, 6-8 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Add the red wine, bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer steadily until it has evaporated by about half, 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the seasonings and tomato paste and stir to combine. Return the beef to the skillet and pour in the beef broth.
  • Bring it to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for about an hour or until the beef is very tender.
  • Add the cornstarch mixture, stirring constantly to prevent lumps, and simmer for a minute or two until the sauce has thickened.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve over your choice of Spätzle, German Potato Dumplings, German Bread Dumplings, boiled potatoes, or egg noodles.

Notes

To make Rindergulasch mit Paprika, add a diced red or yellow bell pepper after cooking the onions and cook for 4-5 minutes. Some cooks in Bavaria use dark beer instead of red wine and add a pinch of coarsely ground caraway.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 529kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 32gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 121mgSodium: 1242mgPotassium: 815mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2773IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 65mgIron: 5mg
Keyword Beef Stew, German goulash, goulash, Hearty Meal, traditional recipe
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