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

Ingredients
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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.
Step 2
Add diced onion, cook 2 minutes until softened. Stir in paprika and caraway seeds, cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3
Pour in crushed tomatoes and beef broth, scraping up any browned bits. Add diced potatoes and bring to a boil.
Step 4
Reduce heat to medium and simmer 12 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender and broth is rich and savory.
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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