Guláš

Guláš

Guláš (GOO-lahsh)

Slovak Beef Goulash

Prep Time 20 min
📈 Difficulty Medium
👥 Servings
6
🔥 Calories 486 kcal

A robust beef goulash heavily seasoned with sweet paprika, onions, and caraway, simmered until the meat falls apart. Served with bread or dumplings.

Nutrition & Info

490 kcal per serving
Protein 36.0g
Carbs 18.0g
Fat 30.0g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

dairy-free nut-free

Equipment Needed

heavy pot or cauldron wooden spoon ladle

Presentation Guide

Vessel: deep bowl

Garnishes: paprika, fresh bread

Accompaniments: crusty bread, pickled peppers

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil, cook onions slowly for 20 minutes until deep golden.

  2. 2

    Remove from heat, stir in both paprikas.

  3. 3

    Add beef, garlic, caraway, and enough water to just cover.

  4. 4

    Simmer covered for 1.5 hours.

  5. 5

    Add bell peppers, tomatoes, and potatoes. Cook another 30 minutes.

  6. 6

    Season well. Serve in deep bowls with crusty bread.

💡

Did You Know?

Slovak outdoor goulash-cooking competitions (kotlíkový guláš) use open-fire cauldrons and can draw thousands of spectators and tasters.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • heavy pot or cauldron
  • wooden spoon
  • ladle

Garnishing

paprika, fresh bread

Accompaniments

crusty bread, pickled peppers

The Story Behind Guláš

While Hungarian in origin, Slovak goulash developed its own identity with heavier use of caraway and a thicker consistency. Cauldron goulash festivals are a major social tradition.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed lunch or dinner 📜 Origins: Hungarian influence, Slovak adaptation

Comments (0)

No comments yet. Be the first to share your thoughts!