Beef Goulash Recipe
A hearty and comforting Beef Goulash slow-cooked to tender perfection with rich paprika-infused tomato sauce and sweet red peppers, perfect for a cozy meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours 45 minutes (slow cooker high) up to 8 hours 60 minutes (slow cooker low with peppers)
- Total Time: 5 hours (using slow cooker HIGH with peppers)
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Stew
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Hungarian
Ingredients
Slow Cook Ingredients
- 700 g (1.5 lb) Diced beef
- 1 Onion, peeled and chopped
- 4 Cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
- 400 g (14.5 oz) Tinned tomatoes
- 2 tbsp Tomato puree
- 2 Beef stock cubes (no need to dilute)
- 1 tbsp Paprika
- 2 tbsp Sweet smoked paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
To Finish
- 2 Red peppers, deseeded and thinly sliced
Instructions
- Prepare Slow Cooker: Place the diced beef, chopped onion, crushed garlic, tinned tomatoes, tomato puree, beef stock cubes, paprika, sweet smoked paprika, salt, and freshly ground black pepper into the slow cooker.
- Cook Beef Mixture: Cook on HIGH for 4-5 hours or LOW for 6-8 hours until beef is tender and flavors meld together.
- Add Red Peppers: Add the thinly sliced red peppers to the slow cooker and continue cooking on HIGH for 45-60 minutes to soften the peppers without overcooking.
- Check and Serve: Stir the goulash before serving. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot with mashed potatoes, rice, cooked orzo, or crusty bread.
- Optional Oven Method: Alternatively, place all ingredients into a lidded ovenproof pan and cook in the oven at 160℃ fan/180℃/Gas Mark 4/320°F for 1.5-2.5 hours, stirring after one hour and adding a splash of water if sauce seems dry. Add peppers during last 45-60 minutes of cooking.
Notes
- Beef: Typically use casserole beef or stewing steak; browning is not necessary for this recipe.
- Caraway Seeds: Optional – add 1 teaspoon to the slow cooker for extra flavor if available.
- Adding Peppers: Adding peppers near the end prevents them from becoming too soft; alternatively, cook peppers briefly in the microwave and add just before serving for a fresher texture.
- Toppings: Sour cream and fresh chopped parsley complement the dish well.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, cooked orzo, or crusty bread to soak up the rich sauce.
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