Ground Beef Venison Goulash

Savor the hearty flavors of Ground Beef Venison Goulash, a comforting one-pot dish that perfectly marries the richness of ground beef and the lean, earthy essence of venison. This dish is brimming with bold ingredients like paprika, chili powder, and cumin, which add a warm, smoky depth to the tangy tomato-based broth. Tender elbow macaroni soaks up the savory juices, creating a wholesome and satisfying meal that's ready in under 45 minutes. Packed with diced vegetables, hearty proteins, and aromatic spices, this goulash is a family-friendly dinner option that’s both hearty and nutritious. Garnish with fresh parsley for an elegant touch, and serve this soul-warming classic straight from the pot for the ultimate comfort food experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 pound Ground venison
• 1 large Yellow onion, diced
• 1 large Bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 15 ounces Tomato sauce
• 14.5 ounces Diced tomatoes
• 2 cups Beef broth
• 2 cups Elbow macaroni
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the pot and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef and venison to the pot. Cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 7-8 minutes. Drain excess grease if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the paprika, ground cumin, chili powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.

Step 6

Add the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes (with their juices), and beef broth. Stir well to combine, then bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Gradually add the elbow macaroni to the pot. Stir well and cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and cooked through.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2859.5 grams (2859.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3048

Total Fat 140.40g	180%
Saturated Fat 52.10g	261%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 752mg	251%
Sodium 5768mg	251%
Total Carbohydrate 219.00g	80%
Dietary Fiber 29.00g	104%
Total Sugars 43.10g
Protein 216.80g	434%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 433mg	33%
Iron 39mg	216%
Potassium 4519mg	96%

*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: 42.0%

Protein: 28.8%

Carbs: 29.1%