Ingredients for Beef Goulash Soup
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 3 teaspoons paprika, divided
- 2 lbs beef stew cubes
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1-2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 large green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 large carrots, chopped
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- Fresh ground black pepper, to taste
- Sour cream, for serving (optional)
- 2 cups water
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How to Make Beef Goulash Soup
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Toss 2 lbs beef stew cubes with 1 teaspoon seasoned salt and 2 teaspoons paprika.
- Add beef to the hot oil and brown on all sides, working in batches if necessary.
- Remove beef from Dutch oven and set aside.
- Add 1 large onion, chopped, and 1-2 teaspoons chili flakes (adjust to taste) to the Dutch oven. Cook, stirring, for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes.
- Return the browned beef to the pot. Add 1 large bell pepper, chopped; 2 large carrots, chopped; 3 cups beef broth; 2 cups water; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 bay leaf; 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed; and the remaining 1 teaspoon paprika.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-35 minutes.
- Stir in 28 ounces crushed tomatoes, 1 teaspoon caraway seeds, and 2 teaspoons sugar.
- Continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, for another 30-40 minutes, or until the beef is tender.
- Season with black pepper and additional salt to taste.
- Ladle into bowls and top with a dollop of sour cream (optional).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
25 g
Sugar
30g
Fat
33g
Carbs
8g
