Chef John’s Beef Goulash

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 12
Chef John's Beef Goulash is a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for cold winter nights
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

2 hr 30 min

Ready In

3 hr

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 1/2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast , cut into 2-inch cubes
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 onions , chopped
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons Hungarian paprika
2 teaspoons caraway seeds , crushed
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 teaspoon ground thyme
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 cups chicken broth , divided
1/4 cup tomato paste
3 cloves garlic , crushed
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon white sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt , or to taste
1 bay leaf

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
566
Sugar
6g
Fat
38g
Beef goulash is a traditional Hungarian dish that has become popular in many parts of the world. In this recipe, Chef John uses classic Hungarian ingredients such as paprika and caraway seeds to add a unique and delicious taste to the dish. The slow cooking process ensures that the beef is tender and juicy, while the spices and balsamic vinegar create a rich and flavorful sauce. This hearty and comforting meal is perfect for cold winter nights and is sure to become a family favorite.

Instructions

1.Season beef cubes with salt and black pepper.
2.Heat vegetable oil in a heavy pot over high heat. When oil begins to smoke, add beef cubes and cook until browned on all sides, 6 to 8 minutes.
3.Reduce heat to medium; add chopped onions, salt, olive oil, paprika, caraway seeds, black pepper, marjoram, thyme, and cayenne pepper; stir well to combine.
4.Pour in 2 cups chicken broth; stir to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
5.Add tomato paste, garlic, balsamic vinegar, and white sugar. Stir well.
6.Pour in remaining 2 cups of chicken broth and add a bay leaf.
7.Bring mixture to a simmer; reduce heat to low and cover pot.
8.Cook for 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until beef is tender and sauce is thick and brown.
9.Serve hot with crusty bread on the side.

PROS

The slow cooking process develops rich and deep flavors while the paprika and caraway seeds add a unique and delicious taste.
This dish is perfect for feeding a crowd and can be made in advance for easy entertaining.

CONS

This dish takes some time to prepare and requires frequent stirring, making it a bit labor-intensive.
Also, the high-fat content of beef chuck means that this dish is not the healthiest option for those watching their calorie intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish may not be the healthiest in terms of calorie count, it does contain a good amount of protein and iron. The paprika in this dish has also been linked to benefiting digestion, reducing inflammation, and improving heart health.

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