Hungarian Beef Goulash

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and pork is often less expensive.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika adds depth without extra calories.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: parsnips

Sweet potatoes offer more nutrients, while parsnips are often cheaper.

Heat ghee in a large pot over medium heat.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.

Add boneless beef cubes and brown on all sides.

Mix in sweet paprika powder, dried oregano, caraway/cumin seeds, and smoked paprika if using; cook for a moment.

Pour in beef broth and bring to a boil.

Add chopped canned tomatoes, diced carrots, and sweet/red bell peppers; stir to combine.

Reduce heat and simmer until beef is tender and vegetables are cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

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