By Daring Gourmet
Authentic Hungarian Goulash (Gulyás)
Instructions
Prep:20minCook:1h 30min
A thoroughly authentic Hungarian Goulash with a richness of flavor that will satisfy both body and soul!
Updated at: Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:00:42 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Great
Glycemic Index
43
Low
Glycemic Load
19
Moderate
Nutrition per serving
Calories516.1 kcal (26%)
Total Fat19.4 g (28%)
Carbs42.8 g (16%)
Sugars15.1 g (17%)
Protein46.2 g (92%)
Sodium1869.6 mg (93%)
Fiber9.7 g (35%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings
3 tablespoonspork lard
or butter or bacon grease, pork lard is traditionally used and imparts a great flavor
1.5 poundsyellow onions
chopped
¼ cupHungarian sweet paprika
quality genuine imported
1.5 poundsstewing beef
cut into 1/2 inch pieces
5 clovesgarlic
minced
2red bell peppers
seeded/membranes removed, cut into 1/2 inch chunks
1yellow bell pepper
seeded/membranes removed, cut into 1/2 inch chunks
2tomatoes
diced
2carrots
diced
2potatoes
medium, cut into 1/2 inch chunks
5 cupsbeef broth
traditionally just water is used but beef broth adds so much more flavor
1bay leaf
1 teaspoonsalt
½ teaspoonfreshly ground black pepper
½ teaspooncaraway seeds
crushed, optional, not traditional in all regions
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Notes
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Makes leftovers
Delicious
Special occasion
Go-to
Spicy












