Authentic German Goulash (Rindergulasch)

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    1 hr

  • Total Time

    1 hr 10 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    529 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    German

Authentic German Goulash (Rindergulasch)

Tender beef slow simmered with onions in a rich paprika-infused sauce, this German Goulash is comfort food at its best!

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Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds stewing beef , cut into 1/2 to 1 inch chunks
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 large yellow onion (about 400 g) , diced
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 cup dry red wine (e.g., cabernet sauvignon, pinot noir)
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 3 tablespoons Hungarian paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons water (or more depending on desired thickness)
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Instructions

  1. Heat the oil in a deep heavy skillet or Dutch oven and brown the beef on all sides.  Transfer the beef to a plate and set aside.Add the onions and cook until lightly browned, 6-8 minutes.  Add the garlic and cook for another minute. Add the red wine, bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer steadily until it has evaporated by about half, 3-4 minutes. Add the seasonings and tomato paste and stir to combine. Return the beef to the skillet and pour in the beef broth.  Bring it to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for about an hour or until the beef is very tender.Add the cornstarch mixture, stirring constantly to prevent lumps, and simmer for a minute or two until the sauce has thickened. Add salt and pepper to taste.Serve over your choice of Spätzle, German Potato Dumplings , German Bread Dumplings, boiled potatoes or egg noodles. See blog post for additional serving recommendations.Makes 4 large or 6 smaller servings.

Notes

  • To make the variation known as Rindergulasch mit Paprika (German goulash with peppers), add a diced red or yellow bell pepper (or combination of both) after cooking the onions and cook the peppers for 4-5 minutes until softened before proceeding with the remaining recipe as written.
  • For another variation, some cooks in Bavaria use dark beer instead of red wine and also add a pinch of coarsely ground caraway.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 529kcal (26%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 32g (64%) Fat 35g (54%) Saturated Fat 13g (65%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 15g Cholesterol 121mg (40%) Sodium 1242mg (52%) Potassium 815mg (23%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 2773IU (55%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 65mg (7%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 529 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 529kcal 26%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 32g 64%
Fat 35g 54%
Saturated Fat 13g 65%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 15g 75%
Cholesterol 121mg 40%
Sodium 1242mg 52%
Potassium 815mg 17%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 2773IU 55%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 65mg 7%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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