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German Goulash Soup (Gulaschsuppe)

My easy goulash soup is German comfort food for cold days! Tender chunks of beef and vegetables in a richly spiced broth make this low carb soup a family favorite.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
1 hr 10 mins
Total Time
1 hr 45 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 433 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: German

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1.5 lb beef chuck steak 1 inch cubes (700g), room temperature for more tenderness
  • 1 leek or onion finely diced (70g)
  • 1 cup celery finely chopped (125g)
  • 2 cups turnips diced (240g)
  • 2 cloves garlic finely diced
  • 4 cups beef broth 1 litre
  • ½ cup red wine 120ml
  • 2 tablespoon sweet paprika powder
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika powder
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
  • ½ teaspoon caraway
  • ¾ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon pepper or to taste
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 large carrot sliced (100g)
  • 2 bell peppers diced (240g)
To Serve
  • 1 tablespoon parsley finely chopped
  • ¼ cup sour cream or yogurt optional

Instructions

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  1. Season the beef with salt and pepper and add half of the oil to a large soup pot. Sear the beef cubes in for 4 minutes per side on a medium heat, stirring occasionally. Set aside.
  2. Add rest of the oil to the pot, then add the leek or onion, celery, turnips and garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes on a medium heat until soft.
  3. Add the beef chunks back into the pot and pour in the beef broth and red wine. Season with salt, pepper, paprika powders, bay leaves, tomato paste, caraway and marjoram. Stir. Cover with a lid and bring the soup to the boil. Then, reduce to a simmer and cook for about 50 minutes.
  4. Add the bell peppers and carrot slices. Simmer for another 30 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  5. Serve with fresh parsley and optional sour cream or yogurt.

Notes

  • 9g net carbs per serving (excluding optional sour cream). Makes 4 generous portions of 1.5 cups each.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 433kcal (22%) Total Carbohydrates 14g Protein 43g (86%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 5.6g (28%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 6.2g (12%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 433

% Daily Value*

Calories 433kcal 22%
Total Carbohydrates 14g 5%
Protein 43g 86%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 5.6g 28%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 6.2g 12%

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