Crock Pot Hungarian Goulash

Warm up your home with the rich, aromatic flavors of Crock Pot Hungarian Goulash, a slow-cooked comfort food classic. Tender cubes of beef stew meat are simmered to perfection alongside savory onions, sweet red bell pepper, and a luscious combination of tomato paste, diced tomatoes, and beef broth. The dish’s authentic taste shines through with the inclusion of sweet Hungarian paprika and aromatic caraway seeds, creating a hearty stew that’s both flavorful and satisfying. Prepared in a slow cooker, this recipe allows the meat to become melt-in-your-mouth tender over hours of low, steady heat, making it the perfect make-ahead meal for busy days. Serve this goulash over buttery egg noodles, creamy mashed potatoes, or with crusty bread to soak up every drop of its rich, warming sauce. A dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh parsley add the perfect finishing touch to this cozy European-inspired dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 large Yellow onions, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
• 14 oz (1 can) Diced tomatoes, with juices
• 2 cups Beef broth
• 2 tbsp Sweet Hungarian paprika
• 1 tsp Caraway seeds
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional, for serving)
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a bowl, toss the beef stew meat with 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour until coated.

Step 3

Brown the beef in the skillet, working in batches if necessary. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, just until browned. Transfer the beef to the crock pot.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the diced onions and garlic. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until the onions are translucent and fragrant. Add the onions and garlic to the crock pot.

Step 5

Add the diced red bell pepper, tomato paste, diced tomatoes with juices, and beef broth to the crock pot.

Step 6

Stir in the sweet Hungarian paprika, caraway seeds, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 7

Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the beef is tender and the flavors are well blended.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot over egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or with crusty bread. Garnish with a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2263.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3166.1

Total Fat 233.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 89.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 695.0mg	0%
Sodium 4801.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 87.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.2g	0%
Total Sugars 35.2g
Protein 195.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 494.1mg	0%
Iron 32.7mg	0%
Potassium 4814.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.0%

Protein: 24.2%

Carbs: 10.8%