How to Make Instant Pot Goulash - A Step-by-Step Guide

Goulash is a classic Hungarian dish known for its rich and hearty flavors. Traditionally, it is made with tender chunks of beef, savory onions, and a flavorful paprika-based sauce. This Instant Pot version of goulash is the perfect way to enjoy this comforting dish in a fraction of the time.

The Instant Pot is a game-changer when it comes to cooking meals quickly and efficiently. This goulash recipe is no exception – the pressure cooking function of the Instant Pot allows the flavors ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pint sliced mushrooms
  • ½ onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
  • 2 ½ cups water
  • 2 cups noodles
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
  • 3 bay leaves

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Add beef, mushrooms, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard fat.
  • Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, water, dry noodles, soy sauce, Italian seasoning, and bay leaves. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 4 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Remove bay leaves before serving.
  • Nutrition

    278 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 58mg
    • Sodium: 1486mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Vitamin C: 24mg
    • Calcium: 112mg
    • Iron: 8mg
    • Potassium: 1059mg