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Creamy German Goulash

Creamy German Goulash: A Cozy Comfort Food Delight

This Creamy German Goulash offers a heartwarming embrace on chilly evenings, featuring tender beef in a luscious sauce.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: German
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Goulash
  • 2 pounds beef chuck can substitute with brisket or stew meat
  • 2 medium onions yellow or white work best
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can substitute with vegetable oil or butter
  • 2 tablespoons sweet paprika can substitute with regular paprika
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika or swap with liquid smoke
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seeds optional
  • 1 teaspoon marjoram can use dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 4 cloves garlic can use garlic powder if necessary
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste or use ketchup in a hurry
  • 4 cups beef broth can substitute with vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup dry red wine optional, can replace with more broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes or use fresh tomatoes when in season
  • 2 medium bell peppers red & yellow preferred
  • 2 cups potatoes can substitute with sweet potatoes
  • 1 cup sour cream can use crème fraîche or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour can use cornstarch for gluten-free
  • to taste salt fine-tune as desired
  • to taste pepper fine-tune as desired
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley for garnish
  • optional noodles or spaetzle or substitute with rice or bread

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by cutting beef chuck into 1-inch cubes, then pat them dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Preheat a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, allowing the oil to shimmer.
  3. Add olive oil to the heated pot. Brown the seasoned beef cubes on all sides for about 4-5 minutes, then set aside.
  4. In the same pot, sauté chopped onions for about 5-7 minutes until translucent, then stir in minced garlic and spices.
  5. Incorporate tomato paste into the onion mixture, cook for 2-3 minutes, then add beef broth and wine, deglazing the pot.
  6. Return the browned beef to the pot, along with diced tomatoes and bell peppers. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
  7. Allow the goulash to simmer on low for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
  8. Add cubed potatoes to the pot and continue to cook for an additional 30-45 minutes until tender.
  9. Mix sour cream and flour in a bowl, temper with hot goulash, then stir back into the pot.
  10. Adjust heat to medium-low, cook for another 5-10 minutes and adjust seasoning as needed.
  11. Serve into bowls, garnish with parsley, and pair with noodles, spaetzle, or bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 1000mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This Creamy German Goulash is perfect for make-ahead meals, as the flavors deepen when allowed to sit, making it even more delightful when served later.

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