Hungarian Goulash Egg Noodles (Printable)

A hearty Hungarian stew with tender beef and sweet paprika served atop buttery egg noodles for a rustic dinner.

# What You'll Need:

→ Goulash

01 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
02 - 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
03 - 2 large yellow onions, finely chopped
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 2 tablespoons sweet Hungarian paprika
06 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - 1 teaspoon caraway seeds, lightly crushed
08 - 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
09 - 1 tablespoon tomato paste
10 - 1 green bell pepper, diced
11 - 2 medium tomatoes, diced or 1 cup canned diced tomatoes, drained
12 - 4 cups beef broth
13 - 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
14 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
15 - 1 bay leaf

→ For Serving

16 - 12 ounces wide egg noodles
17 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (optional)
18 - Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
19 - Sour cream (optional, for garnish)

# How To Make It:

01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add beef cubes in batches and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
02 - In the same pot, add chopped onions and cook until golden and very soft, about 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
03 - Reduce heat to low. Add sweet paprika, smoked paprika, crushed caraway seeds, and dried marjoram. Stir constantly for 1 minute, ensuring spices do not burn.
04 - Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Add diced green bell pepper and tomatoes, and cook for 2 more minutes.
05 - Return browned beef and any juices to the pot. Pour in beef broth. Add salt, black pepper, and bay leaf. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for 90 to 120 minutes until beef is tender and sauce thickens, stirring occasionally.
06 - Cook egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain and toss with unsalted butter if desired.
07 - Remove the bay leaf from the goulash. Serve hot over egg noodles, garnished with chopped parsley and a dollop of sour cream if preferred.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • One pot meal
  • Freezer friendly
02 -
  • For a richer flavor use a mix of sweet and hot paprika
  • Beef can be replaced with pork shoulder for a variation
03 -
  • Brown the beef in batches to ensure a good crust
  • Stir frequently when adding spices to prevent burning
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