Slow-Cooked Hungarian Beef Stew with Red Wine & Golden Dumplings | Comfort Food Done Right

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Vegetable broth reduces calories and can be more affordable.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika adds depth, while cayenne is often cheaper.

carrots

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Zucchini is lower in calories, and mixed veggies are cost-effective.

Sear beef cubes in hot olive oil until browned. Remove.

Add onions with salt and caramelize to lift the fond.

Add bell pepper, carrots, and spices. Sauté briefly.

Return beef to pot. Deglaze with red wine.

Add tomato paste and stock. Cover and braise at 180°C (356°F) for 2.5–3 hours.

Pan-fry dumplings in olive oil with parsley.

Plate stew hot with dumplings and rustic bread.

Cooking Techniques

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