Description
Hungarian Goulash is a warm and satisfying stew featuring tender chunks of meat, smoky turkey bacon, and vibrant sweet paprika, all enriched with creamy plant-based cream for a comforting, hearty meal perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 200g smoked turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons sweet paprika (natural)
- 500g beef or turkey chunks
- 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste (natural)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 3 medium potatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup plant-based cream
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Chop the onions, mince the garlic, and cut the turkey bacon and meat into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and full flavor development.
- Sauté the Turkey Bacon and Onions: In a sturdy pot over medium heat, cook the smoked turkey bacon until slightly crisp and aromatic. Add the onions and cook, stirring until they soften and turn golden brown, forming a flavorful base.
- Add Garlic and Paprika: Stir in the minced garlic and sweet paprika (natural). Allow the spices to bloom in the warm fat, intensifying their flavor and giving the dish its characteristic color.
- Brown the Meat: Add the meat chunks to the pot and sear on all sides until browned. This caramelization locks in juices and enhances the stew’s rich taste.
- Build Your Broth: Mix in the vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), tomato paste (natural), and vegetable broth. Stir well, scraping the pot’s bottom to incorporate browned bits. Season with salt and black pepper, then bring to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer with Potatoes: Add the diced potatoes, cover the pot, and let the goulash simmer until the meat is tender and potatoes are soft. This slow cooking melds all flavors beautifully.
- Finish with Plant-Based Cream and Natural Gelling Agent: Just before serving, stir in the plant-based cream and natural gelling agent to create a luscious, thick sauce that envelops every ingredient.
Notes
- Choose fresh, high-quality sweet paprika (natural) for authentic flavor.
- Simmer gently on low heat to develop tender meat and rich flavors.
- Add paprika at multiple stages for depth without bitterness.
- Let the goulash rest off heat for a few minutes before serving to blend flavors better.
- Add plant-based cream gradually to adjust creaminess to your liking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop Simmering
- Cuisine: Hungarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Hungarian Goulash, plant-based cream, smoky turkey bacon, paprika stew, gluten free comfort food
