Hungarian Bean Goulash

Here’s a hearty, comforting Hungarian Bean Goulash recipe—perfect for a warming meal.

---

🍲 Hungarian Bean Goulash

Ingredients (serves 4–6)

• 2 tbsp oil or lard

• 1 large onion, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 tsp paprika (preferably Hungarian sweet paprika)

• 1 tsp caraway seeds (optional)

• 1 red bell pepper, chopped

• 2 medium carrots, sliced

• 2 medium potatoes, diced (optional)

• 1 can (400 g) tomatoes or 2 fresh tomatoes, chopped

• 2 cups cooked kidney beans (or 1 can, drained)

• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• Sour cream (optional, for serving)

---

Instructions

1. Sauté aromatics

   • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.

   • Cook onion until soft, 3–4 minutes.

   • Add garlic, paprika, and caraway seeds; stir 1 minute (don’t burn paprika).

2. Add vegetables

   • Add bell pepper, carrots, and potatoes. Stir to coat in spices.

3. Simmer

   • Add tomatoes, beans, and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat.

   • Simmer 25–30 minutes, until vegetables are tender and flavors meld.

4. Season & serve

   • Add salt and pepper to taste.

   • Serve with sour cream and crusty bread if desired.

---

Tips & Variations

• Smoky flavor: Add a few slices of smoked sausage or bacon.

• Vegetarian: Skip meat; add extra beans or mushrooms.

• Thicker goulash: Mash a few beans or potatoes into the broth.

---

If you want, I can also give you a quick 30-minute version, a slow-cooker version, or a stovetop version for school lunch prep.