Ingredients and Weight:
- Ground beef: 1 pound
- Onion: 1 medium, chopped
- Green bell pepper: 1 medium, chopped
- Red bell pepper: 1 medium, chopped
- Dry macaroni: 1 cup (8 ounces)
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Paprika: 1 tablespoon
- Caraway seeds: 1 teaspoon
- Tomato paste: 2 tablespoons
- Beef broth: 3 cups
- Diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces): 1 can
- Sour cream (optional, for serving): 1 cup
Preparation Time:
Cooking Time:
- 30 minutes (in Instant Pot)
Difficulty Level:
Preparation Method Steps:
- Turn on the Instant Pot to the "Sauté" setting.
- Brown the ground beef, breaking it up into small pieces, for 5-7 minutes.
- Add the onion, peppers, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and caraway seeds. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until softened.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the macaroni, beef broth, and diced tomatoes.
- Lock the lid of the Instant Pot and set to "Manual" high pressure for 8 minutes.
- Once the cooking time is complete, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release the remaining pressure.
- Stir in sour cream, if desired.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 400 per serving
- Protein: 25 grams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Hearty and flavorful
- Perfect for chilly nights
- Can easily be tailored to personal taste
User Comments:
- "This goulash is so easy to make and tastes amazing! I love the addition of macaroni."
- "I made this for my family and they devoured it. It's a great comfort food."
- "I'm not a huge fan of goulash, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have an Instant Pot, you can make this goulash in a Dutch oven on the stovetop. Simmer for 30-45 minutes, or until the macaroni is tender.
- You can use any type of ground meat you like in this recipe.
- If you don't have diced tomatoes, you can use a 15-ounce can of tomato sauce.
- Serve with your favorite bread or crackers for dipping.
