This easy homemade goulash is made in one pot (including the noodles). In a mere 55 minutes, you can whip up this timeless and beloved family dish, which boasts an abundance of delicious flavours.
This Goulash Recipe
This dish is great because it can be prepared quickly in only 55 minutes using just one pot. I appreciate the fact that the noodles can be cooked together with the other ingredients, eliminating the need for an extra pan. This makes it ideal for hectic weeknights.
Key Ingredients
- Ground beef: The meat used in this recipe forms the foundation of the dish and contributes delicious taste. Ground turkey or ground pork can be used as an alternative.
- Elbow macaroni noodles: If you don’t have these on hand you can use another small noodle like small shells or ditalini.
- Beef broth: You can also use a vegetable or chicken broth if that’s all you have on hand.
- Tomatoes: This recipes uses tomato sauce along with petite diced tomatoes.
- Vegetables: Add in onion, bell pepper and mushrooms. Mushrooms are fungi but are counted as vegetables and are an important source of nutrients and bioactive compounds.
- Seasonings: Lots of great seasonings to add great flavor to this goulash recipe.
How to Make Goulash
- SAUTE. In a skillet cook the beef, onion, peppers and mushrooms in large pot until brown (about 3-5 minutes) over medium-high heat. Drain the grease, then add in garlic, Italian seasoning, seasoned salt and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for 1-2 more minutes.
- SIMMER. Stir in diced tomatoes, corn, broth and tomato sauce and bring to light simmer. Then add in noodles, stir and cover with lid.
- COOK. Continue to cook for 10-12 minutes, or until noodles are tender.
- TOP. Salt and pepper to taste. If desired, sprinkle with cheese and cover for about 1 minute, until cheese has melted. Then top with fresh basil or parsley.
TIP: Stir goulash every couple of minutes so that the noodles don’t stick!
FAQS & TIPS
What is Goulash?
There are two types: Hungarian goulash and American goulash. Goulash originated in Hungary and is traditionally a hearty stew that consisted of cubes of meat, vegetables and spices (usually including paprika).
American goulash has more of a tomato base and typically includes ground beef and macaroni noodles as well. This recipe is considered an American goulash.
Variations
- Leaner: Use ground turkey in place of the ground beef to make this a leaner meal.
- Extra veggies: Peas, green beans, shredded carrots, or chopped celery can be added.
- Creamier: Add up to a cup of sour cream at the end.
- Soupy: If you would like it a little more of a soup consistency add an extra cup of broth, water, or tomato sauce.
- Heat: Add a sprinkle of chili flakes.
Storing + Freezing
- Storing: Place any leftovers in an airtight container and store in the fridge for about 3 to 4 days. To reheat, simply microwave or heat on stove until warmed throughout.
- Freezing: Take an 8×8″ metal tin and cover it with foil before placing it inside a ziptop bag. Don’t forget to attach a freezer label indicating the date. When ready to eat, place in the refrigerator to thaw overnight and then cook at 350°F for 30-45 minutes, or until hot.
One Pot Goolosh Recipe⭐️
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 large onion chopped
- 1 green pepper chopped
- 8 ounces fresh mushrooms sliced
- 4 cloves of garlic minced
- 3 cups water
- 1 can 29 oz. tomato sauce
- 1 can 28 oz. diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1-2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
Instructions
- In a 5 quart pan, cook and crumble beef over medium-high heat until no longer pink.
- Add the onion, green pepper, and mushrooms. Cook until tender, about 3-5 minutes. Drain if desired.
- Add beef mixture back to the pot and add garlic, water, tomato sauce, tomatoes, Italian seasoning, paprika, sugar, crushed red pepper flakes, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat to medium-low. Allow to simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Add the elbow macaroni and stir well. Return lid and continue to simmer for 15 minutes or until the noodles are done.
- Allow to sit covered for 5-10 minutes and mix well before serving.
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