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Hungarian Goulash Soup (Gulyásleves)

Hungarian Goulash Soup (Gulyásleves). A hearty, flavorful soup made with tender beef, paprika, and vegetables
Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Beef Shank, shin, or shoulder and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 Large Onions Finely chopped
  • 2 Garlic Cloves Minced
  • 2 tbsp Hungarian Paprika
  • 2 Medium Carrots Sliced
  • 3-4 Medium Potatoes Peeled and cubed
  • 2 Medium Tomatoes chopped Optionally tomato Paste 2 tbsp
  • 1 Medium Green Bell Pepper Chopped
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 6 cups Beef Broth Or as needed to make sure everything is covered in liquid
  • 2 tbsp Cooking Oil
  • 2-3 Bay leaves (optional)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
  • Hot paprika or chili pepper (optional) For extra heat
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Instructions

Prepare Ingredients

  • Chop the onions finely.
  • Mince the garlic.
  • Slice the carrots.
  • Cube the potatoes.
  • Chop the green bell pepper and tomatoes

Sauté Onions

  • Heat the cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add the finely chopped onions and sauté until they are golden and caramelized.

Add Paprika and Garlic

  • Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the Hungarian paprika to prevent it from burning.
  • Add the minced garlic and stir for about 30 seconds.

Brown the Meat

  • Return the pot to the heat and add the beef cubes.
  • Cook the meat until it is browned on all sides.

Add Broth and Vegetables

  • Pour in the beef broth or water, enough to cover the meat.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
  • Add the sliced carrots, cubed potatoes and chopped tomatoes or tomato paste.
  • Add salt, pepper, and bay leaf if using.

Simmer

  • Let the soup simmer over low heat for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the meat and vegetables are tender.
  • Stir occasionally and add more broth or water if needed.

Add Green Bell Pepper

  • About 15 minutes before the soup is done, add the chopped green bell pepper.
  • If you like your soup spicy, add some hot paprika or a chopped chili pepper at this stage.

Adjust Seasoning

  • Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Serve

  • Ladle the soup into bowls.
  • Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
  • Serve hot with fresh bread or a side of Hungarian dumplings (nokedli).

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can use a mix of beef and pork.
  • Try adding a splash of red wine for extra depth of flavor.
  • The soup tastes better the next day after the flavors have melded together.
 
Enjoy your hearty and delicious Hungarian Goulash Soup!

Nutrition

Calories: 598kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 34gFat: 39gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 106mgSodium: 1006mgPotassium: 1348mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 4981IUVitamin C: 47mgCalcium: 66mgIron: 6mg
Calories: 598kcal
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Hungarian