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Hungarian goulash recipe with beef and sweet paprika

Name: Hungarian goulash recipe with beef and sweet paprika
Prep time: 50 min
Cook time: 150 min
Total time: 200 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Beef chuck, 2 lbs, cut into 1-inch cubes; Vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons; Onions, 2 large, finely chopped; Garlic cloves, 2, minced; Hungarian sweet paprika, 3 tablespoons; Caraway seeds, 1 teaspoon; Diced tomatoes, 1 can (14 oz); Beef broth, 2 cups; Bay leaves, 2; Salt & pepper, to taste; Egg noodles, 1 lb; Butter, 1 tablespoon; Salt, to taste; Flour, 2 tablespoons; Sour cream, 1/2 cup; Cooking juice, 1 cup, reserved from goulash

Experience the deep flavors of a traditional Hungarian goulash crafted with tender beef and premium imported paprika. This comforting one-pot meal is the perfect solution for chilly evenings and cozy family gatherings.

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·By Ethan Brooks·July 1, 2025

Hungarian goulash recipe with beef and sweet paprika — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

50 min

Cook

2 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Goulash

For the Noodles

For the Paprika Sauce

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 748 kcal
Protein: 45 g
Carbs: 67 g
Fat: 35.5 g
Fiber: 4.2 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 4487 kcal
Protein: 270 g
Carbs: 402 g
Fat: 213 g
Fiber: 25 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Beef chuck 2 lbs, cut into 1-inch cubes	1936	194	0	132	0
Vegetable oil 2 tablespoons	248	0	0	28	0
Onions 2 large, finely chopped	92	2	22	0	4
Garlic cloves 2, minced	8	0	2	0	0
Hungarian sweet paprika 3 tablespoons	54	3	11	3	6
Caraway seeds 1 teaspoon	8	0	1	0	1
Diced tomatoes 1 can (14 oz)	49	2	10	0	2
Beef broth 2 cups	30	5	3	1	0
Bay leaves 2	0	0	0	0	0
Salt & pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Egg noodles 1 lb	1680	60	336	16	12
Butter 1 tablespoon	102	0	0	11	0
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Flour 2 tablespoons	58	2	12	0	0
Sour cream 1/2 cup	222	2	5	22	0
Cooking juice 1 cup, reserved from goulash	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Beef

1
Season the beef
In a large bowl, season the beef cubes generously with salt and pepper.
2
Rest the beef
Let them sit for 15 minutes to absorb the seasoning.
3
Heat the oil
Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Preparing the Goulash Base

1
Sauté onions & garlic
Add the onions and garlic to the hot oil and sauté until golden, about 5 minutes.
2
Add spices
Stir in the sweet paprika and caraway seeds.
Tip: Avoid burning the paprika to prevent a bitter taste.
3
Brown the beef
Add the seasoned beef and brown on all sides, about 10 minutes.
Tip: Deglaze the pot with a splash of beef broth for added flavor.

How to Make Hungarian goulash recipe with beef and sweet paprika

Total time: 3 h 20 min · Yields 6 servings

1
Browning the Beef
Ensure even browning for the best flavor development.
2
Building the Sauce
Stir in tomatoes, beef broth, and bay leaves. Bring to a gentle simmer.
3
Thickening the Sauce
In the last 20 minutes, whisk in flour mixed with sour cream and cooking juice.