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Beef Goulash Recipe

Indulge in this incredibly flavorful Beef Goulash, a slightly modified version of a Cooking Light recipe. This hearty and satisfying stew is surprisingly low in points (only 5 WW points per serving!), making it a guilt-free comfort food. Packed with tender beef, rich vegetables, and aromatic spices, this recipe is perfect for a chilly evening. Get ready for a taste explosion with minimal effort! Nutritional info (per serving, Cooking Light): 242 calories (23% from fat), 6.1g fat (2.6g sat), 24.2g protein, 47mg cholesterol, 31mg calcium, 517mg sodium, 2.5g fiber, 2.8mg iron, 22.4g carbs.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 145 mins
Calories 230.4 kcal
Protein 41g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beef Goulash

  • 2 lbs beef stew meat
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • Yukon Gold Potatoes (not found in recipe)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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How to Make Beef Goulash

  1. Dredge 2 lbs beef stew meat in 1/2 cup all-purpose flour.
  2. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  4. Add beef and cook for 8 minutes, browning on all sides.
  5. Remove beef from the Dutch oven and set aside.
  6. Add 1 large onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, to the Dutch oven.
  7. Sauté for 10 minutes, or until lightly browned.
  8. Stir in 2 tablespoons paprika and 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar.
  9. Cook for 2 minutes.
  10. Return beef to the Dutch oven.
  11. Add 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 2 bay leaves, and 1 cup beef broth.
  12. Add 2 cups water.
  13. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 hours, or until beef is very tender.
  14. Remove bay leaves before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

16g

Carbs

7g

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Soups, Stews & Chilis Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Beef & Red Meat European Healthy Fall Recipes One Pot Meals

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion Main Dish Beef Stews One Dish Meal Comfort Food Meat Taste Mood 4 Hours Or Less