Bogracs Gulyas Kettle Goulash

Experience the authentic heartiness of Hungarian cuisine with Bogrács Gulyás, a flavorful kettle goulash traditionally cooked over an open flame. This rustic dish combines tender chunks of beef, aromatic onions, sweet paprika, and earthy caraway seeds simmered to perfection in a robust broth. Hearty vegetables like potatoes, carrots, parsnips, and red bell peppers add a medley of textures and colors, making every bite irresistibly comforting. Perfect for outdoor gatherings or cozy family dinners, this one-pot masterpiece is a celebration of bold flavors and simple cooking. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with crusty bread or Hungarian csipetke, this recipe brings the unmistakable essence of Eastern Europe right to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 kg beef chuck or stewing beef
• 3 medium yellow onion
• 4 pieces garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp lard or vegetable oil
• 3 tbsp sweet paprika
• 1 tsp caraway seeds
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 3 liters water or beef stock
• 5 medium potatoes
• 3 medium carrots
• 2 medium parsnips
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 0.5 tsp hot paprika or chili flakes (optional)
• 1.5 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Dice the beef into bite-sized pieces, peel and finely chop the onions, and mince the garlic.

Step 2

Heat the lard or oil in a large kettle or pot (preferably over an open flame if outdoor cooking) and sauté the onions until golden brown, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the beef chunks to the pot and brown them over medium-high heat. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic, sweet paprika, caraway seeds, and tomato paste. Mix well to coat the beef evenly.

Step 5

Pour in the water or beef stock, ensuring the meat is fully submerged. Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer gently for about 1 hour or until the beef is tender.

Step 6

While the meat is simmering, peel and dice the potatoes, carrots, and parsnips. Dice the red bell pepper into small chunks.

Step 7

Add the potatoes, carrots, parsnips, and red bell pepper to the pot. Sprinkle in salt, black pepper, and hot paprika or chili flakes if desired.

Step 8

Continue to simmer for another 30-40 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender but not mushy.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Step 10

Serve hot in bowls with fresh crusty bread or traditional Hungarian csipetke (pinched noodles) for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	4022.4 grams (4022.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	952

Total Fat 51.70g	66%
Saturated Fat 18.40g	92%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 43mg	14%
Sodium 4021mg	175%
Total Carbohydrate 120.50g	44%
Dietary Fiber 33.00g	118%
Total Sugars 45.30g
Protein 15.90g	32%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 335mg	26%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 3156mg	67%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.0%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 47.7%