Gordon Ramsay Hungarian Goulash Recipe

This delicious Hungarian Goulash is a comforting, hearty dish that’s easy to make and perfect for cozy dinners. With tender beef, vibrant bell peppers, and rich paprika, it’s packed with flavor. You can easily adjust the ingredients based on what you have at home, making it a versatile and satisfying meal.

Ingredients Needed:

• 1 kg beef chuck
• 1 tsp cooking salt (or kosher salt)
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 30g unsalted butter
• 2 brown onions
• 5 garlic cloves, finely minced
• 2 capsicum/bell peppers
• 2 tomatoes
• 1/4 cup Hungarian-style paprika (or regular paprika)
• 1 tsp caraway seeds (optional)
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 litre beef stock/broth, low-sodium
• 2 carrots, peeled
• 2 potatoes
• 1 tbsp finely chopped parsley (optional garnish)

How To Make Hungarian Goulash Recipe?

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F), or use a slow cooker or stovetop if preferred.
2. Season the beef by tossing it with half of the salt and pepper.
3. Cook the onions: Heat oil and butter in a large pot. Cook the onions for about 6 minutes until golden around the edges.
4. Cook the beef: Add the beef to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 2 minutes.
5. Add the vegetables: Stir in garlic, peppers, and tomatoes. Cook for 3 minutes until the tomato softens.
6. Add spices: Stir in paprika, caraway seeds (optional), and a bay leaf. Cook for 30 seconds.
7. Slow cook: Add beef stock, bring to a simmer, then cover and place in the oven for 1.5 hours.
8. Add potatoes and carrots: Stir in potatoes and carrots, then cook for another 30 minutes until beef is tender. If needed, cook for 10 more minutes at a time until the beef is “fall-apart” tender.
9. Serve: Ladle the goulash into bowls and sprinkle with parsley. Enjoy with bread if desired.

Recipe Tips:

• Use fresh paprika: Fresh Hungarian-style paprika adds a rich, authentic taste. Regular paprika can be used, but the flavor will be different.
• Brown the beef well: Make sure the beef is browned, not just cooked through. This creates more flavor.
• Cook slowly: Let the goulash cook in the oven for the right amount of time to make the beef tender and the flavors blend.
• Taste and adjust: If you think the dish needs more salt or pepper, feel free to add more.
• Caraway seeds are optional: If you like earthy flavors, keep the caraway seeds; otherwise, you can leave them out.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: Cool the leftover goulash to room temperature before storing it in an airtight container. It will be kept for 3 days in the fridge.
• Freeze: Once cooled, place the goulash in a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 3 months.
• Reheat: Heat the goulash in a pot over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add some water or broth if needed to keep it moist.

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 250 kcal
• Total Fat: 9g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Cholesterol: 45mg
• Sodium: 1240mg
• Potassium: 680mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 23g
• Dietary Fiber: 5g
• Sugars: 9g
• Protein: 21g

Try More Gordon Ramsay Recipes:

• Gordon Ramsay Corned Beef And Cabbage Recipe
• Gordon Ramsay Cast Iron Steak Recipe
• Gordon Ramsay Duck Breast Recipe