Description
A hearty stew combining tender beef with an aromatic blend of vegetables and spices, perfect for chilly evenings and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 bell peppers, chopped
- 4 carrots, sliced
- 3 potatoes, diced
- 2 tablespoons Hungarian paprika
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 4 cups beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, chopped bell peppers, and sliced carrots. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables soften.
- Toss in the beef cubes, browning them on all sides.
- Sprinkle in the paprika and caraway seeds over the meat and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything in the spices.
- Pour in the beef broth, then add the diced potatoes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 90 to 120 minutes, or until the beef is tender.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Browning the beef thoroughly at the start adds a deep flavor. Consider adding a splash of red wine during simmering for extra complexity.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Hungarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg