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Hearty Hungarian Gulyás Soup with Beef and Paprika

Name: Hearty Hungarian Gulyás Soup with Beef and Paprika
Prep time: 50 min
Cook time: 150 min
Total time: 200 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Soup
Ingredients: 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 2 large onions, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes; 4 cups beef stock; 2 large carrots, sliced; 2 medium potatoes, diced; 1 bell pepper, chopped; 3 tbsp Hungarian sweet paprika; 1 tsp caraway seeds, crushed; Salt and black pepper to taste; Fresh parsley, chopped; Dollop of sour cream for serving

A rich and satisfying beef soup known for its distinctive paprika flavor, perfect for warming up on a cold day.

4.9(469 reviews)

·By Troy·September 10, 2025

Hearty Hungarian Gulyás Soup with Beef and Paprika — Soup served and photographed from above

Prep

50 min

Cook

2 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Soup Base

For the Meat and Vegetables

For the Seasoning

For Garnish and Serving

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 446 kcal
Protein: 34.7 g
Carbs: 19.9 g
Fat: 26.4 g
Fiber: 3.7 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2677 kcal
Protein: 208.1 g
Carbs: 119.4 g
Fat: 158.4 g
Fiber: 21.9 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
2 tbsp vegetable oil	240	0	0	27	0
2 large onions, finely chopped	80	2	18	0	3
3 cloves garlic, minced	12	0.5	3	0	0.2
2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes	1820	185	0	122	0
4 cups beef stock	40	8	0	1	0
2 large carrots, sliced	50	1	12	0	4
2 medium potatoes, diced	280	7	66	0	6
1 bell pepper, chopped	25	1	6	0	2
3 tbsp Hungarian sweet paprika	60	3	12	2	6
1 tsp caraway seeds, crushed	8	0.4	1	0.4	0.5
Salt and black pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Fresh parsley, chopped	2	0.2	0.4	0	0.2
Dollop of sour cream for serving	60	1	1	6	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Beef

1
Season Beef
Toss beef cubes with salt, black pepper, and 1 tablespoon of paprika.
2
Marinate Beef
Let the beef marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Tip: Ensure the marinade doesn't contain excess moisture for a good sear.
3
Prepare Vegetables
Meanwhile, prepare the vegetables.

Preparing the Vegetables

1
Chop Onions and Garlic
Finely chop the onions and garlic.
2
Slice Carrots and Dice Potatoes
Slice carrots and dice potatoes.
3
Chop Bell Pepper
Chop bell pepper and set aside.

How to Make Hearty Hungarian Gulyás Soup with Beef and Paprika

Total time: 3 h 20 min · Yields 6 servings

1
Sear Beef
Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add marinated beef and brown on all sides.
2
Cook Vegetables
Add onions and garlic to the pot. Cook until onions are translucent, then add carrots and bell pepper.
3
Simmer Soup
Stir in remaining paprika and caraway seeds. Pour in beef stock, add potatoes, and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook for 1.5 to 2 hours or until beef is tender.