# Ingredient List:
→ Goulash
01 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
02 - 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
03 - 2 large yellow onions, finely chopped
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 2 tablespoons sweet Hungarian paprika
06 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - 1 teaspoon caraway seeds, lightly crushed
08 - 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
09 - 1 tablespoon tomato paste
10 - 1 green bell pepper, diced
11 - 2 medium tomatoes, diced or 1 cup canned diced tomatoes, drained
12 - 4 cups beef broth
13 - 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
14 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
15 - 1 bay leaf
→ For Serving
16 - 12 ounces wide egg noodles
17 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (optional)
18 - Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
19 - Sour cream (optional, for garnish)
# How-To Steps:
01 - Heat the vegetable oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add beef cubes in batches and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
02 - In the same pot, add chopped onions and sauté until golden and very soft, about 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.
03 - Reduce heat to low. Add sweet paprika, smoked paprika, crushed caraway seeds, and dried marjoram. Stir constantly for 1 minute, taking care not to burn the spices.
04 - Add tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Stir in diced bell pepper and tomatoes, cooking for another 2 minutes to meld flavors.
05 - Return browned beef and any accumulated juices to the pot. Pour in beef broth, then add salt, black pepper, and bay leaf. Bring mixture to a gentle simmer.
06 - Cover and cook over low heat for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until beef is fork-tender and sauce has thickened. Adjust seasoning as needed.
07 - Meanwhile, cook egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain and toss with butter if desired.
08 - Remove bay leaf from the goulash. Serve hot over a bed of egg noodles. Garnish with chopped parsley and a dollop of sour cream if preferred.
