Croatian Goulash Gulaš with gnocchi

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is lower in fat, while pork is often less expensive.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider

Grape juice adds sweetness without alcohol, and apple cider is often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Avocado oil has a similar flavor profile, while sunflower oil is generally cheaper.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and seasoned water is a budget-friendly option.

Heat olive 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 diced beef and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Sprinkle in paprika and stir to coat the meat evenly.

Add chopped bell peppers and carrots, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.

Pour in red wine and scrape the bottom of the pot to deglaze.

Add diced tomatoes, beef broth, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and black pepper.

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

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

In the last 30 minutes, add diced potatoes to the pot.

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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