Here’s a classic recipe for traditional Hungarian goulash:
### Ingredients:
– **2 lbs (900g) beef chuck**, cut into 1-inch cubes- **2 tablespoons vegetable oil**- **2 large onions**, finely chopped- **3 cloves garlic**, minced- **2 tablespoons sweet paprika**- **1 teaspoon caraway seeds** (optional)- **1 teaspoon dried marjoram**- **1 bell pepper**, chopped- **2 large tomatoes**, peeled and chopped (or 1 can of diced tomatoes)- **4 cups beef broth**- **2 large potatoes**, peeled and diced- **2 carrots**, peeled and sliced- **Salt and black pepper**, to taste- **1 bay leaf**
### Instructions:1.
**Heat the oil** in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.2. **Add the garlic** and cook for another minute.3. **Stir in the paprika**, caraway seeds, and marjoram. Cook for 1 minute to release the flavors.4. **Add the beef cubes** and cook until browned on all sides.5. **Add the bell pepper** and tomatoes, stirring to combine.6. **Pour in the beef broth** and add the bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.7. **Cover and simmer** for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.8. **Add the potatoes and carrots**, and continue to simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes.9. **Season with salt and pepper** to taste. Remove the bay leaf before serving.Serve hot, often with crusty bread or over egg noodles. Enjoy your hearty, comforting goulash!