🧂 Ingredients
- 1 kg Beef chuck(cut into 2-3 cm cubes)
- 500 g Onions(finely chopped)
- 4 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 4 tbsp Sweet paprika
- 1 tsp Hot paprika(optional)
- 1 tsp Caraway seeds(ground)
- 1 tsp Marjoram(dried)
- 1.5 l Beef broth
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 3 tbsp Vegetable oil
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper(freshly ground)
- for serving Sour cream
- for serving Fresh parsley(chopped)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Heat vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Remove beef and set aside.
- 2
Reduce heat to medium. Add the chopped onions to the pot and sauté until softened and lightly golden, about 10-15 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 3
Stir in the sweet paprika, hot paprika (if using), ground caraway seeds, and dried marjoram. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the paprika.
- 4
Add the tomato paste and cook for another minute, stirring. Return the browned beef to the pot. Pour in the beef broth and bring to a simmer.
- 5
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and simmer gently for at least 2 hours, or until the beef is very tender. Stir occasionally and add more broth or water if the soup becomes too thick.
- 6
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Ladle the hot goulash soup into bowls. Garnish with a dollop of sour cream and chopped fresh parsley before serving.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Using good quality beef chuck with some marbling will result in a more tender and flavorful soup.
- ✓Don't rush the sautéing of the onions; they form the base of the soup's flavor.
- ✓Be careful not to burn the paprika, as it can turn bitter.
- ✓The longer the soup simmers, the more the flavors will meld and the more tender the beef will become.
🔄 Variations
- Add diced potatoes or carrots during the last hour of simmering for a heartier soup.
- A splash of red wine can be added with the beef broth for an extra layer of flavor.
- Serve with crusty bread for dipping.