Hungarian Goulash

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into cubes
• 3 tablespoons sweet Hungarian paprika
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 3 cups beef broth
• 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
2. Add the beef cubes and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the paprika and tomato paste and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4. Add the beef broth, caraway seeds, parsley, and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer until the beef is tender, about 45 minutes.
5. Serve with a side of potatoes or crusty bread.

Interesting Facts

• Goulash is a national dish of Hungary.
• The name goulash comes from the Hungarian gulyás which means “herdsman”.
• Goulash is traditionally served with egg noodles or dumplings.