Creamy German Goulash
Creamy German Goulash is a comforting dish that wraps you in rich flavors and tender meat, perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings. This easy-to-make recipe features beef chuck roast simmered in a creamy sauce infused with smoky paprika, served over wide egg noodles or crusty bread. Each bite evokes warmth and nostalgia, making it an instant favorite at any table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing/Simmering
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 medium sweet onions, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 12 oz wide egg noodles
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping the beef, dicing onions, and mincing garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sear the beef until browned on all sides.
- Add the onions and garlic to the skillet; sauté until onions are translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in smoked paprika and pour in beef broth; mix well.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 1.5 hours until beef is tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in sour cream until fully combined.
- Serve over wide egg noodles or alongside fresh bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For more flavor, marinate the beef overnight before cooking. Substitute beef with pork or mushrooms for a different twist. Add fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary to personalize your goulash.