Save to Pinterest A comforting, budget-friendly goulash featuring tender beef or turkey simmered with tomatoes, spices, and pasta. Perfect for an easy, nostalgic family meal.
I grew up with goulash as a go-to comfort dinner & This version brings back those family meal memories with each hearty bite &
Ingredients
- Beef stew meat or ground turkey: 500 g (1.1 lbs)
- Onion: 1 large, finely chopped
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Green bell pepper: 1, diced
- Diced tomatoes: 1 can (400 g / 14 oz)
- Tomato paste: 2 tbsp
- Short pasta: 250 g (8 oz), elbow macaroni or rotini
- Vegetable oil (or olive oil): 2 tbsp
- Beef or chicken broth: 500 ml (2 cups)
- Paprika: 1 tsp
- Dried oregano: 1 tsp
- Dried basil: 1 tsp
- Ground black pepper: ½ tsp
- Salt: 1 tsp (or to taste)
- Chili powder: ½ tsp (optional, for heat)
- Fresh parsley: chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the protein:
- In a large pot, heat oil over medium-high. Add beef or turkey. Brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- Cook the vegetables:
- Add onion and bell pepper. Sauté 3 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic:
- Stir in garlic; cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- Season:
- Add tomato paste, paprika, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix to coat everything evenly.
- Simmer:
- Add diced tomatoes and broth. Bring to a simmer, cover. Cook 15 minutes for turkey or 25 minutes for beef.
- Add pasta:
- Stir in pasta, cover, and cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is cooked and most liquid is absorbed.
- Finish and serve:
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot, garnished with parsley if desired.
Save to Pinterest Eating this goulash together on a chilly evening is one of our family traditions & The simple ingredients make it ideal for busy weeknights &
Required Tools
Large pot or Dutch oven, wooden spoon, chefs knife, and cutting board make this dish easy to prepare &
Allergen Information
Contains wheat from pasta and may contain soy depending on broth choice & Always check ingredient labels for possible allergens &
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 420 calories, 10 g total fat, 49 g carbohydrates, and 32 g protein &
Save to Pinterest This goulash is perfect for batch cooking and reheats well for delicious leftovers & Serve hot and enjoy a warming meal with loved ones &
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use ground turkey instead of beef?
Yes, ground turkey can be used as a leaner alternative to beef, maintaining tenderness and flavor when simmered properly.
- → What type of pasta works best?
Short pasta like elbow macaroni or rotini absorbs the sauce well and offers a pleasant texture within the stew.
- → How can I add extra depth to the flavor?
Incorporate a pinch of chili powder or caraway seeds for traditional accents and subtle heat.
- → Is it possible to make this dairy-free?
Yes, using vegetable or olive oil instead of butter keeps the dish dairy-free without sacrificing richness.
- → What are suitable substitutions for protein?
Ground pork or alternative stew meats can replace beef or turkey, adapting to personal preferences.