Hungarian Beef Stew Slow Cooker Style

Savor the rich, hearty flavors of this Hungarian Beef Stew Slow Cooker Style, a comforting classic that's perfect for cozy dinners or meal prep. This recipe combines tender, melt-in-your-mouth beef chuck with the warm, smoky notes of sweet and smoked paprika, creating a uniquely spiced broth that's brimming with aromatic onions, garlic, and a medley of vibrant vegetables like carrots, red bell peppers, and potatoes. Slow-cooked to perfection over eight hours, this dish is infused with layers of seasoning, bay leaf, and marjoram, ensuring every bite is a burst of flavor. Best of all, it’s easy to prepare—just brown the beef, toss everything into your slow cooker, and let time work its magic. Serve it with a dollop of tangy sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh parsley to elevate this savory dish. Perfect for a no-fuss family meal or make-ahead leftovers, this Hungarian-style stew brings the ultimate combination of convenience and bold, rustic flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 2-inch cubes
• 2 tablespoons sweet paprika
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 medium yellow onions, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 cup crushed tomatoes
• 3 cups beef broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
• 0.5 cup sour cream (optional for serving)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the beef cubes with sweet paprika, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and flour. Toss well to coat the beef evenly.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef in batches until browned on all sides. Transfer the browned beef to the slow cooker.

Step 3

In the same skillet, sauté the onions until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant. Transfer the onion and garlic mixture to the slow cooker.

Step 4

Add the carrots, red bell pepper, potatoes, crushed tomatoes, and beef broth to the slow cooker. Stir in the bay leaf and marjoram.

Step 5

Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on LOW for 8 hours, or HIGH for 4 hours, until the beef is fork-tender and the vegetables are cooked through.

Step 6

Once cooking is complete, taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed. Discard the bay leaf.

Step 7

Serve the stew hot, optionally topped with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of chopped parsley for garnish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3523.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3937.1

Total Fat 248.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 92.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 785.7mg	0%
Sodium 5910.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 235.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.7g	0%
Total Sugars 43.2g
Protein 207.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 603.8mg	0%
Iron 35.7mg	0%
Potassium 8504.0mg	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: 55.8%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 23.5%