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Slow Cooker Hungarian Goulash

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A hearty and flavorful slow-cooked dish featuring tender beef and a rich paprika sauce.

  • Author: Ghalina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Hungarian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 1 ½-inch pieces
  • 2 teaspoons sweet Hungarian paprika
  • 1 teaspoon hot paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 cups sweet onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 2 tablespoons flour, all purpose or gluten-free
  • 2 cups red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup low sodium beef broth
  • 1 cup crushed tomato
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seed, plus more for garnish
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar, optional
  • 1 dry bay leaf
  • Sour cream, optional for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the beef chuck roast with sweet Hungarian paprika, hot paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and kosher salt. Mix well to coat the beef.
  2. In the slow cooker, add the chopped sweet onion, smashed garlic, and flour. Stir to combine.
  3. Add the seasoned beef to the slow cooker, followed by the chopped red bell pepper, beef broth, crushed tomato, caraway seed, brown sugar (if using), and bay leaf.
  4. Stir all the ingredients together until well combined.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the beef is tender.
  6. Before serving, remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with additional caraway seeds and a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Notes

  • For a thicker sauce, you can add more flour or cornstarch mixed with water towards the end of cooking.
  • This dish pairs well with egg noodles, rice, or crusty bread.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Find it online: https://recipeshungry.com/slow-cooker-hungarian-goulash-recipe/