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Classic German Goulash

A hearty German-style beef goulash simmered with onions, paprika, and herbs until tender and richly flavored.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: German
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Goulash
  • 2.5 lb beef chuck cubed
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 large onions sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp sweet paprika
  • 0.5 tsp caraway seeds optional
  • 1 tsp marjoram
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 3 cups beef broth

Equipment

  • Heavy pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Brown beef in batches and remove from pot.
  2. Cook onions until soft and lightly golden.
  3. Add garlic, tomato paste, and spices.
  4. Return beef to pot and add broth and bay leaves.
  5. Simmer covered until beef is tender.

Notes

Flavor improves after resting or overnight.