Poor Man’s Hungarian Goulash

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 9
Poor Man's Hungarian Goulash - A Budget-Friendly Hearty Meal
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups elbow macaroni , cooked & drained ( Ronzoni Whole Wheat pasta )
1 lb ground turkey ( breast ) or 1 lb ground chicken ( breast )
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small yellow onion , finely chopped
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried celery flakes
1 teaspoon salt ( optional )
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1 can whole tomatoes ( no salt added )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
300
Sugar
4g
Fat
12g
Poor Man's Hungarian Goulash is a budget-friendly version of the classic Hungarian dish that combines tender chunks of meat, paprika, and vegetables in a rich broth. This recipe swaps beef for turkey or chicken, and noodles for macaroni, making it a perfect weeknight meal that can be prepared in 30 minutes. The dish is flavorful, filling, and can be served as a main course or a side dish. Poor Man's Hungarian Goulash is also a great way to use up pantry staples and leftovers, as it can be adapted to your liking and stretched to serve a large family or a group of friends.

Instructions

1.Cook elbow macaroni as per package instructions and set aside.
2.In a 5-quart pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
3.Add ground turkey or chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes or until browned.
4.Add chopped onion, parsley, celery flakes, salt (optional), black pepper, and chili powder. Mix well.
5.Add whole tomatoes, breaking them up with a spoon or spatula.
6.Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
7.Add cooked macaroni to the pot and mix well.
8.Simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes and serve hot.

PROS

Poor Man’s Hungarian Goulash is a quick, simple and affordable meal that is perfect for feeding a crowd.

It is hearty, filling and can be customized to taste.

CONS

The dish can be heavy due to the use of ground meat and pasta.
It may not be suitable for those on a low-carb or low-fat diet.

The dish can be slightly dry, but that can be easily fixed by adding some broth, tomato juice, or water to the pot.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Poor Man’s Hungarian Goulash is a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins A and C.
It is also low in saturated fat and cholesterol.
The dish can be made healthier by using leaner ground meat and adding more vegetables like peas, green beans, or bell peppers.

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