Diner Goulash

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A hearty, savory beef stew with tender meat and a rich tomato-spice sauce served over noodles
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This classic diner-style goulash is the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender cubes of chuck steak slow-simmered in a deeply flavorful sauce. The broth is built with a robust blend of sweet paprika, dry mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and ketchup, creating a unique tangy and savory profile that pairs perfectly with egg noodles. It’s a nostalgic dish that feels like a warm hug in a bowl, ideal for cold evenings or family dinners. The meat becomes fork-tender after a long simmer, while the thickened sauce clings beautifully to the pasta. ItâÂÂs simple to prepare with pantry staples, making it a reliable weeknight meal that tastes like itâÂÂs been cooking all day.

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Diner Goulash

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 410.1

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This classic diner-style goulash is the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender cubes of chuck steak slow-simmered in a deeply flavorful sauce. The broth is built with a robust blend of sweet paprika, dry mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and ketchup, creating a unique tangy and savory profile that pairs perfectly with egg noodles. It&# 226;ÂÂs a nostalgic dish that feels like a warm hug in a bowl, ideal for cold evenings or family dinners. The meat becomes fork-tender after a long simmer, while the thickened sauce clings beautifully to the pasta. ItâÂÂs simple to prepare with pantry staples, making it a reliable weeknight meal that tastes like itâÂÂs been cooking all day.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Cut the chuck or round steak into bite-sized cubes and pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat the shortening over medium-high heat until melted and shimmering.
  3. Add the beef cubes to the pot in a single layer and brown them on all sides; work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
  4. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, paprika, dry mustard, brown sugar, salt, and pepper.
  6. Sprinkle the spice mixture over the meat and onions, stirring constantly to coat the meat and cook out the raw flour taste for about 1 minute.
  7. Pour in the Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, and water, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  8. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.
  9. While the meat simmers, cook the egg noodles according to package directions until al dente, then drain.
  10. In a small bowl, mix the remaining cold water with the remaining flour to create a smooth slurry.
  11. Stir the flour slurry into the simmering meat mixture and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce has thickened to your liking.
  12. Serve the hot goulash spooned over the cooked noodles in deep bowls.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 410.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24.2g38%
Saturated Fat 10.1g51%
Cholesterol 124.1mg42%
Sodium 109.0mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 43.9g88%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: beef, chuck steak, comfort food, diner style, eastern european, goulash, hearty, noodles, one pot, paprika, slow cooked, stew, winter dinner
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