Hungarian Goulash Soup
8 servings
90 minutes
Hungarian goulash is a dish that embodies the richness and warmth of Hungarian cuisine. Its roots trace back to shepherds who cooked this hearty soup in cauldrons over an open fire. Its thick consistency makes it ideal as both a first and second course simultaneously. The flavor of Hungarian goulash is rich with spices: sweet paprika gives it a deep red hue and a slight tang, while cumin adds a distinctive aroma. Tender beef combined with potatoes and tomatoes makes the soup filling and warming. It is important to cook it slowly under a water lock to fully develop the flavor. This soup is perfect for cozy home evenings or friendly gatherings, served hot with pieces of fresh bread that soak up its rich aromatic broth.
1
Cut the prepared meat into medium-sized cubes. Chop the onion finely.
- Beef shoulder: 1 kg
- Onion: 2 heads
2
Pour vegetable oil into a pot and place it on the heat. Sauté the onion until golden over medium heat, then add the meat, cook for 2-3 minutes, add a little salt, and cook covered for 20-30 minutes.
- Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
- Onion: 2 heads
- Beef shoulder: 1 kg
3
Cut the potatoes into large cubes, finely chop the garlic, and slice the hot pepper thinly. Add the prepared vegetables to the wok.
- Potato: 3 pieces
- Garlic: 4 cloves
- Chili pepper: 2 pieces
4
Pour cold water over the meat and vegetables so that it covers them by 2-3 cm. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for another 30 minutes under a water lock. Add tomato paste and cook for another 20 minutes.
- Tomato paste: 1 teaspoon
5
Peel the tomatoes and cut them into small cubes. Finely chop the green onion and add it with the tomatoes to the wok 5 minutes before cooking is done, add cumin and paprika, and salt if necessary. Let the soup steep for 10 minutes.
- Tomatoes: 3 pieces
- Green onions: 4 stems
- Sweet paprika: 2 tablespoons
6
It is very important to use quality products and avoid strong boiling; using a water lock increases cooking time, but the 'goulash' will impress anyone with its unforgettable taste.