Austrian Beef Stew with Paprika - Wiener Saftgulasch

Ingredients

• 2 pounds (900g) beef stew meat, cubed 2 pounds (900g) beef stew meat, cubed
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 large onions, thinly sliced 2 large onions, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons sweet paprika 3 tablespoons sweet paprika
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 2 cups (470ml) beef broth 2 cups (470ml) beef broth
• 1 cup (240ml) water 1 cup (240ml) water
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste

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 beef cubes and brown them on all sides. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
3. 3.
   In the same pot, add the sliced onions and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
4. 4.
   Sprinkle the sweet paprika over the onions and garlic, stirring well to coat.
5. 5.
   Return the beef to the pot and add the tomato paste, beef broth, and water. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. 6.
   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the beef is tender and the flavors have melded together.
7. 7.
   Adjust the seasoning if needed and serve the Wiener Saftgulasch hot with mashed potatoes or buttered noodles.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Beef stew meat — Choose a tender cut of beef suitable for slow cooking, such as chuck or round. Trim any excess fat before cubing the meat to ensure a leaner stew.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra depth of flavor, you can add a splash of red wine to the stew during the cooking process.
• If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with a little water and add it to the stew during the last 15 minutes of cooking.

Serving advice

Serve the Wiener Saftgulasch hot, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color.

Presentation advice

Present the Wiener Saftgulasch in a deep bowl, allowing the rich sauce to envelop the tender beef. Pair it with a side of buttery mashed potatoes or buttered noodles.