How to Make Country Goulash - A Step-by-Step Guide

Country goulash is a hearty and flavorful dish that has been a staple in many homes for generations. This classic comfort food has its roots in the rural regions of Eastern Europe, where it was originally made with simple, affordable ingredients that were readily available to farmers and peasants. Today, country goulash continues to be a popular dish, loved for its savory flavors and warm, comforting appeal.

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons paprika, or to taste
  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper, or to taste
  • 2 teaspoons seasoned salt, or to taste
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato paste
  • 1 cup water, or as desired
  • 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef, onion, and garlic in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Season beef with paprika, black pepper, and seasoned salt. Stir tomato sauce and tomato paste into the beef mixture until smooth. Pour water over the beef; add macaroni and stir.
  • Bring the liquid to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer mixture, adding water as needed to maintain your desired consistency, until the macaroni is tender yet firm to the bit, about 20 minutes. Adjust seasoning before serving.
  • Nutrition

    509 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 99mg
    • Sodium: 1435mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 46g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 38g
    • Vitamin C: 23mg
    • Calcium: 76mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 1418mg