Description
Hungarian comfort calls its classic goulash a hearty symphony of tender beef, paprika-rich sauce, and comforting noodles. Hungry souls will discover a traditional one-pot meal that delivers authentic flavor with minimal kitchen effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound ground beef
Vegetables:
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 ounces / 411 grams) diced tomatoes
Pasta and Seasonings:
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 cups beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until no pink remains, approximately 5-7 minutes, breaking meat into small crumbles.
- Incorporate chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper into the skillet, sautéing until vegetables become translucent and tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in diced tomatoes, beef broth, and season with paprika, salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Raise heat to bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then immediately introduce elbow macaroni to the skillet.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and allow the pasta to simmer gently for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Once pasta reaches al dente texture, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top and fold gently until cheese melts completely and creates a creamy consistency.
- Remove from heat and let the goulash rest for 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to meld and sauce to slightly thicken before serving hot.
Notes
- Perfectly brown ground beef by ensuring high heat and avoiding overcrowding the pan for a rich, caramelized flavor.
- Cut vegetables uniformly to guarantee even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Substitute ground beef with plant-based alternatives like lentils or crumbled tofu for a vegetarian version that maintains hearty protein content.
- Control pasta’s doneness by checking texture periodically, preventing mushy or undercooked macaroni which can impact overall dish quality.
- Prep Time: 8-12 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-17 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Hungarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 428 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg