HOT-CHIP Kitchen: Goulash soup (recipe)

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made with pantry staples.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: chili powder

Smoked paprika adds depth without increasing calories.

carrots

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Zucchini is lower in carbs, while frozen veggies can be more affordable.

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

Add chopped 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 8-10 minutes.

Sprinkle paprika over the beef and mix well to coat.

Pour in beef broth and bring to a boil.

Add diced tomatoes, carrots, and bell peppers to the pot.

Season with caraway seeds, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper.

Reduce heat and simmer for 1-1.5 hours until beef is tender.

Add diced potatoes and continue to simmer for another 20-30 minutes.

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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