Grandma's Szegendiner Gulyas

Transport your taste buds to the heart of Hungarian comfort food with Grandma's Szegediner Gulyás, a rich and hearty sauerkraut goulash brimming with bold flavors and rustic charm. This traditional recipe combines tender chunks of pork shoulder, earthy sweet paprika, and aromatic caraway seeds with tangy sauerkraut and creamy potatoes for a soul-warming stew that’s perfect for chilly days. Simmered slowly in a savory stock, each spoonful is velvety and flavorful, with a delightful kick of sour cream that adds a touch of indulgence. Topped with fresh parsley and best served with crusty bread or dumplings, this authentic Szeged-style goulash captures the essence of Hungarian homestyle cooking. With just 20 minutes of prep, it’s an irresistible recipe ideal for family dinners or cozy gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1000 grams pork shoulder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 medium yellow onion
• 3 whole garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons sweet paprika
• 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 500 grams sauerkraut
• 500 milliliters beef or chicken stock
• 3 medium potatoes
• 200 grams sour cream
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Cut the pork shoulder into bite-sized chunks and set aside.

Step 2

Peel and finely chop the onions and garlic.

Step 3

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Add the onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the garlic and sweet paprika, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the pork chunks to the pot and brown evenly on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the caraway seeds and tomato paste, cooking for another 2 minutes.

Step 8

Add the sauerkraut along with the beef or chicken stock, stirring well.

Step 9

Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 40 minutes.

Step 10

While the stew simmers, peel and dice the potatoes into 2 cm cubes.

Step 11

Add the diced potatoes to the pot and continue to simmer for another 30-40 minutes, or until the pork and potatoes are tender.

Step 12

Season the stew with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 13

Stir in the sour cream just before serving, or serve it on the side as a garnish.

Step 14

Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley for added flavor and color.

Step 15

Serve warm with crusty bread or dumplings for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3128.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3774.6

Total Fat 204.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 79.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g
Cholesterol 1012.9mg	0%
Sodium 8416.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 207.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.9g	0%
Total Sugars 45.1g
Protein 275.2g	0%

Vitamin D 20IU	0%
Calcium 899.4mg	0%
Iron 29.3mg	0%
Potassium 8998.9mg	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: 48.8%

Protein: 29.2%

Carbs: 22.0%