Cozy up to the rich, comforting flavors of this Family Favorite Beef Goulash without tomatoes—a warm and hearty dish perfect for satisfying cravings on cooler days. Made with tender chunks of beef stew meat, golden potatoes, and sweet carrots simmered in a fragrant blend of paprika, smoked paprika, and caraway seeds, this tomato-free goulash offers a unique twist on the traditional recipe. A creamy sour cream and flour mixture adds a velvety finish to the savory, aromatic broth, while fresh parsley lends a pop of vibrant color. With just 15 minutes of prep and a slow simmer that fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas, this goulash is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners or family gatherings. Serve it with crusty bread or over egg noodles for the ultimate cozy meal.
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Heat the butter in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
Season the beef stew meat with a little salt and pepper, then brown it in batches, about 5-6 minutes per batch. Transfer the browned beef to a plate and set aside.
Dice the yellow onion and mince the garlic. Add them to the same pot and sauté until the onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Sprinkle in the paprika, smoked paprika, caraway seeds, ground black pepper, and salt. Stir to coat the onions and garlic in the spices.
Pour in the beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot for extra flavor.
Return the browned beef to the pot. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
While the beef is cooking, peel and dice the potatoes into bite-sized chunks. Slice the carrots into thin rounds.
After the beef has cooked for 1 hour, add the potatoes and carrots to the pot. Stir well, cover again, and simmer for an additional 45-50 minutes, or until the beef and vegetables are fork-tender.
In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream and flour until smooth. Temper the mixture by adding a ladleful of the hot goulash liquid to the bowl, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
Stir the tempered sour cream mixture back into the goulash. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes, uncovered, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the goulash just before serving.
Serve warm in bowls with crusty bread or over egg noodles, if desired.
Serving size | (3000.4g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 3499.8 |
Total Fat 188.1g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 84.4g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g | |
Cholesterol 939.8mg | 0% |
Sodium 6968.0mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 172.4g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 22.5g | 0% |
Total Sugars 27.3g | |
Protein 272.4g | 0% |
Vitamin D 4.5IU | 0% |
Calcium 636.7mg | 0% |
Iron 34.3mg | 0% |
Potassium 6908.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories