Slow Cooker Hungarian Goulash
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
6 hrs 20 mins
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Total Time
6 hrs 40 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
406 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
Hungarian
Slow Cooker Hungarian Goulash
Description
The Slow Cooker Hungarian Goulash begins with cubed beef chuck roast seasoned liberally with sweet and hot Hungarian paprika, onion and garlic powder, and salt. After browning the beef to develop flavor, onions, garlic, and flour are cooked briefly to create a base before combining in the slow cooker with chopped bell peppers, beef broth, crushed tomato, caraway seeds, and bay leaf. Brown sugar is optional for a subtle sweetness.
Simmering on low for 8 hours or high for 4 to 6 allows the beef to become tender and the sauce to thicken with the flavors melding together. The caraway seeds add a distinctive bite associated with authentic Hungarian goulash, while the paprika defines its color and warmth without excessive heat.
Traditionally served with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of caraway seeds, this goulash complements wide egg noodles, bread, or potatoes. The savory and slightly sweet profile makes it a comforting meal for cooler weather or when a robust stew is desired.
Additional vegetables like carrots or potatoes can be included without losing authenticity. Leftover spice mixtures clinging to the beef during seasoning should be added to the slow cooker for full flavor integration.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast (cut into 1 ½-inch pieces)
- 2 teaspoons paprika sweet, Hungarian
- 1 teaspoon paprika hot
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cups sweet onion (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (smashed)
- 2 tablespoons flour (all purpose or gluten-free)
- 2 cups red bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 cup beef broth low sodium
- 1 cup crushed tomato
- 1 teaspoon caraway seed (plus more for garnish)
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar (optional)
- 1 dry bay leaf
- sour cream (optional for serving)
Instructions
- Toss beef with sweet paprika, hot paprika, onion powder, garlic powder and salt.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and spray with cooking spray. Brown the beef on all sides in two batches. Transfer the beef to the slow cooker.
- Add onion, garlic and flour to the pan the beef was cooked in; cook until aromatic, 2-3 minutes. Transfer to the slow cooker.
- Add bell pepper, beef broth, crushed tomato, caraway seed & brown sugar, if using to the slow cooker. Stir. Add bay leaf, cover and cook low 8 hours or high for 4 to 6 hours.
- Serve with sour cream and a sprinkling of caraway seeds, if desired.
Notes
- Add any remaining spices used to season the beef to the slow cooker to maximize flavor.
- Incorporate vegetables such as carrots and potatoes to enrich the stew while keeping it authentic.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 406 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 3/4 cup (generous) | |
| Calories | 406kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 51.5g | 103% |
| Fat | 13.5g | 21% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 168mg | 56% |
| Sodium | 657mg | 27% |
| Fiber | 5.5g | 22% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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