Low Sodium Hungarian Beef Gulasch

Experience the rich, hearty flavors of Hungary with this Low Sodium Hungarian Beef Gulasch, a lighter take on a classic comfort dish. Tender chunks of lean beef are slow-simmered with vibrant red bell peppers, sweet carrots, and golden potatoes in a deeply flavorful paprika-spiced broth made with low-sodium beef stock. Enhanced with aromatic garlic, onions, marjoram, and bay leaves, this dish is as fragrant as it is satisfying. Perfect for those looking to reduce their sodium intake without sacrificing taste, this gulasch strikes the perfect balance of spice and depth. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh parsley, alongside crusty bread or your favorite grain for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal that’s ideal for cozy evenings.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds lean beef stew meat
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 units large onion, finely chopped
• 1 unit red bell pepper, chopped
• 4 units garlic cloves, minced
• 3 units carrots, sliced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 3 tablespoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
• 2 units bay leaves
• 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
• 4 units potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef stew meat and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the beef and set it aside.

Step 2

In the same pot, add the chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the chopped red bell pepper and garlic, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the sliced carrots, tomato paste, paprika, and ground black pepper. Cook for 3 more minutes, allowing the spices and paste to coat the vegetables.

Step 5

Return the browned beef to the pot, along with the dried marjoram and bay leaves. Pour in the low-sodium beef broth.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Add the cubed potatoes and continue to simmer for another 30 minutes or until the potatoes and beef are tender.

Step 8

Remove from heat, discard the bay leaves, and stir in fresh chopped parsley.

Step 9

Serve the low sodium Hungarian Beef Gulasch hot, with crusty bread or over your choice of grain for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2632.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2091.3

Total Fat 79.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 635.0mg	0%
Sodium 1211.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 97.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.2g	0%
Total Sugars 30.1g
Protein 257.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 377.8mg	0%
Iron 32.6mg	0%
Potassium 5963.2mg	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: 33.5%

Protein: 48.2%

Carbs: 18.3%