Croatian·non-vegetarian·medium

Traditional Croatian Goulash

Name: Traditional Croatian Goulash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 105 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Croatian
Ingredients: 500g Beef; 2 chopped Onions; 2 chopped Carrots; 2 cloves Garlic; 2 Bay Leaf; 200ml Red Wine; 2 Litres Water; 3 tbs Mustard; 1tbsp Salt; 1/2 tsp Pepper; 1/2 tsp Paprika; 2 tbs Vegetable Oil

Traditional Croatian Goulash is a hearty, deeply flavorful stew where tender beef simmers in a rich, spiced broth until fall-apart tender. The dish balances earthy paprika and warm spices with the sweetness of slow-cooked onions and carrots, creating layers of savory depth and a velvety texture. A mustard marinade adds a subtle tang, while the slow braise ensures every bite is infused with smoky, aromatic complexity. Worth making for its comforting warmth and the way it fills the kitchen with irresistible, homey aromas.

105 min(prep 15 + cook 90)

4 servings

450 kcal

Ingredients

Beef500g
Onions2 chopped
Carrots2 chopped
Garlic2 cloves
Bay Leaf2
Red Wine200ml
Water2 Litres
Mustard3 tbs
Salt1tbsp
Pepper1/2 tsp
Paprika1/2 tsp
Vegetable Oil2 tbs

Nutrition

450 kcalper serving

Protein35g40%

Carbs20g23%

Fat25g28%

Fiber3g3%

Sugar5g6%

Directions

1
Clean the meat from the veins if there are some and cut it into smaller pieces, 3 × 3 cm. Marinate the meat in the mustard and spices and let it sit in the refrigerator for one hour
2
Heat one tablespoon of pork fat or vegetable oil in a pot and fry the meat on all sides until it gets browned. Once the meat is cooked, transfer it to a plate and add another tablespoon of fat to the pot
3
Cut the onions very fine, peel the carrots and shred it using a grater. Cook the onions and carrots over low heat for 15 minutes. You can salt the vegetables a little to make them soften faster
4
Once the vegetables have browned and become slightly mushy, add the meat and bay leaves and garlic. Pour over with wine and simmer for 10-15 minutes to allow the alcohol to evaporate. Now is the right time to add 2/3 the amount of liquid
5
Cover the pot and cook over low heat for an hour, stirring occasionally. After the first hour, pour over the rest of the water or stock and cook for another 30-45 minutes
6
Allow the stew to cool slightly and serve it with a sprinkle of chopped parsley and few slices of fresh hot pepper if you like to spice it up a bit
7
Slice some fresh bread, season the salad and simply enjoying these wonderful flavors

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