Rustic Hungarian Goulash (Gulyas) ⁠

beef

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is lower in fat, while pork can be more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is often cheaper.

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

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 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 in paprika and caraway seeds, stirring to coat the meat evenly.

Mix in tomato paste and cook for 2-3 minutes to deepen the flavor.

Pour in beef broth and add bay leaves, salt, and black pepper.

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

Cook for 1.5-2 hours, stirring occasionally, until beef is tender.

Add chopped carrots and bell peppers, cooking for an additional 20 minutes.

Stir in diced potatoes and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Adjust seasoning as needed, removing bay leaves before serving.

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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