HUNGARIAN STREET FOOD TOUR 🇭🇺 - WORLD'S LARGEST SCHNITZEL, Goulash, Langos in Budapest, Hungary!

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and often less expensive than beef.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika adds depth without the cost.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water

Homemade broth is fresher and can be more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier while canola is budget-friendly.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add diced onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add cubed beef and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Sprinkle in paprika, caraway seeds, and bay leaves; stir to coat the meat.

Add chopped bell peppers, carrots, and potatoes; mix well.

Pour in vegetable broth and add tomato paste; stir to combine.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.

Simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until the beef is tender, stirring occasionally.

Adjust seasoning if needed before serving.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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