Slow Cooker Hungarian Beef Stew

Experience the rich, comforting flavors of Eastern Europe with this Slow Cooker Hungarian Beef Stew, a hearty and satisfying meal perfect for cozy nights. Tender chunks of seared beef are seasoned with smoky paprika and slow-cooked to perfection alongside aromatic vegetables like onions, carrots, celery, and potatoes, all in a savory tomato and beef broth base. The slow cooking process melds the flavors beautifully, creating a dish that is both deeply flavorful and effortless to prepare. Garnished with fresh parsley and ideal for serving with crusty bread or noodles, this stew is an easy, one-pot dinner that will warm your soul. Perfect for busy families or meal prep enthusiasts, this gluten-free-friendly recipe is a must-try for fans of slow-cooked comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef stew meat
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, sliced
• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large zip-top bag, combine the flour, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Add the beef stew meat to the bag, seal, and shake until the meat is evenly coated.

Step 3

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

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Transfer the onion and garlic mixture to the slow cooker.

Step 5

To the slow cooker, add the carrots, celery, potatoes, crushed tomatoes, beef broth, and bay leaf. Stir to combine all ingredients.

Step 6

Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low heat for 8 hours or high heat for 4 hours, until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.

Step 7

Before serving, remove and discard the bay leaf. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if desired.

Step 8

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve the Hungarian beef stew hot, accompanied by crusty bread or noodles if preferred.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2906.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3408.9

Total Fat 169.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 816.5mg	0%
Sodium 5040.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 195.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.1g	0%
Total Sugars 32.6g
Protein 262.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 541.6mg	0%
Iron 36.4mg	0%
Potassium 7957.7mg	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: 45.4%

Protein: 31.3%

Carbs: 23.3%