Creamy German Goulash
Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of Creamy German Goulash, a hearty stew brimming with tender beef, colorful vegetables, and a luscious creamy sauce. Perfect for chilly nights, this dish warms the soul and is sure to become a family favorite. It’s easy to prepare and versatile enough to serve over noodles, rice, or crusty bread. Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy every comforting bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
- 2 medium sweet onions, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers (red and green), diced
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear beef chunks until browned on all sides (about 5 minutes). Remove from pot.
- In the same pot, sauté onions and garlic in the beef drippings until soft (about 4 minutes).
- Add bell peppers and mushrooms; cook until slightly softened (about 3 minutes).
- Return beef to the pot; stir in broth, paprika, mustard, salt, and pepper. Simmer gently for 30 minutes.
- Reduce heat; stir in sour cream until warmed through—do not boil.
- Serve over egg noodles or rice and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Swap beef for pork for a different twist. Enhance creaminess by adding a dollop of sour cream before serving. For thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with cold water and add to simmering goulash.