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Paprika Beef Goulash

Tender ground beef simmered with Hungarian paprika, tomato, and caraway in a rich broth. This weeknight goulash skips the long braise and delivers deep, smoky flavor in under 20 minutes.

Total time
22 min
Servings
4
Calories
385
Protein
28g
Paprika Beef Goulash
comfortheartyhungarianbeeftenderheartyweeknightcomfort-food-night

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high. Brown ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, until no pink remains, ~5 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Add diced onion, cook 2 minutes until softened. Stir in paprika and caraway seeds, cook 30 seconds until fragrant.

  3. Step 3

    Pour in crushed tomatoes and beef broth, scraping up any browned bits. Add diced potatoes and bring to a boil.

  4. Step 4

    Reduce heat to medium and simmer 12 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender and broth is rich and savory.

  5. Step 5

    Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot in bowls with a dollop of sour cream.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot (at least 5-quart)
  • wooden spoon
  • measuring spoons
  • ladle

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