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Slow Cooker Hungarian Goulash

Slow Cooker Hungarian Goulash for Cozy Family Dinners

A heartwarming dish of Slow Cooker Hungarian Goulash combining tender beef and rich spices, perfect for busy family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: Hungarian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat
  • 2 pounds Beef Chuck Roast Can substitute with brisket or round roast.
  • 4 cloves Smashed Garlic Adjust based on preference.
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Sweet Hungarian Paprika Can use hot paprika for extra spice.
  • 1 teaspoon Hot Paprika Adjust according to personal heat preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onions can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Can replace with fresh garlic (1 clove = about 1/8 tsp garlic powder).
  • 2 teaspoons Kosher Salt Fine sea salt can be used in the same volume.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 large Sweet Onion Yellow or white onion works as a substitute.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Substitute with green bell pepper if desired.
For the Sauce
  • 4 cups Low Sodium Beef Broth Chicken broth can also be used.
  • 28 ounces Crushed Tomatoes Fresh diced tomatoes can also be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Caraway Seeds Can omit or replace with cumin.
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour or Gluten-Free Flour Ensure the gluten-free flour is certified.
For Extra Touches
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Optional, adjust to taste.
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Remove before serving.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Optional for serving, can substitute with Greek yogurt.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Beef: Cut the beef chuck roast into 1 ½-inch pieces and season with sweet Hungarian paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and kosher salt.
  2. Mix the Base: In the slow cooker, combine sweet onion, smashed garlic cloves, and flour, stirring until cohesive.
  3. Layer the Ingredients: Place the seasoned beef over the onion-garlic-flour mixture, add red bell pepper, beef broth, crushed tomatoes, caraway seeds, brown sugar, and bay leaf, then stir gently.
  4. Start Cooking: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
  5. Thicken the Sauce: Mix a tablespoon of flour with water and stir into goulash for thicker consistency about 30 minutes before cooking ends.
  6. Final Touches: Remove bay leaf, taste and adjust seasoning, serve hot with additional caraway seeds and sour cream or Greek yogurt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This recipe can be adjusted in spice and thickness to suit your family's taste. Store leftovers as indicated below.

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