Austrian Beef Goulash

Ingredients

• 2 pounds (900g) beef stew meat, cut into cubes 2 pounds (900g) beef stew meat, cut into cubes
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 onions, finely chopped 2 onions, finely chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons sweet paprika 2 tablespoons sweet paprika
• 1 teaspoon caraway seeds 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 2 cups (470ml) beef broth 2 cups (470ml) beef broth
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 25g, 8g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 8g, 3g
• Protein: 45g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Add the onions and garlic to the pot and sauté until they become translucent.
3. 3.
   Add the beef cubes to the pot and brown them on all sides.
4. 4.
   Sprinkle the sweet paprika and caraway seeds over the beef, stirring well to coat.
5. 5.
   Stir in the tomato paste and pour in the beef broth.
6. 6.
   Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. 7.
   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
8. 8.
   Simmer the goulash for about 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the beef is tender and the flavors have melded together.
9. 9.
   Serve the goulash hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Beef stew meat — Choose a tender cut of beef, such as chuck or round, for the best results. Trim any excess fat before cutting into cubes to ensure a leaner goulash.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra depth of flavor, marinate the beef cubes in the paprika, caraway seeds, and a splash of red wine for a few hours before cooking.
• If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can mix a tablespoon of flour with a little water and stir it into the goulash during the last 15 minutes of cooking.

Serving advice

Serve the Austrian Beef Goulash with buttered noodles or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce. A dollop of sour cream on top adds a creamy touch.

Presentation advice

Garnish the goulash with a sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color. Serve it in a deep bowl or on a plate, allowing the rich sauce to surround the tender beef.