Ingredients and Weight:
1 pound beef stew meat
1 yellow onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
2 bell peppers (red or green), chopped (about 1 cup)
2 cans (14.5 oz each) tomato sauce or diced tomatoes
1 can (8 oz) tomato paste
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
8 slices of bread or pasta, for serving
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 90 minutes
- Total: 90-100 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the beef stew meat over medium-high heat.
- Add the chopped onions and bell peppers and continue to cook until the vegetables are tender.
- Pour in the tomato sauce or diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chili powder, ground cumin, and oregano. Season with salt and pepper.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the goulash simmer for about 90 minutes, or until the meat is tender and the sauce is rich and flavorful.
- Serve the goulash over bread or pasta.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming standard ingredient nutrition values)
Calories: Approximately 400-500 per serving (depending on the bread or pasta used)
Fat: Moderate
Carbohydrates: High (from bread or pasta)
Protein: High
Fiber: Moderate (from vegetables)
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and flavorful, with a classic American comfort food taste.
- The combination of beef, tomatoes, and spices creates a dish that is both hearty and spicy.
- This goulash is perfect for a cold winter day or a family meal.
User Comments:
- "This goulash is amazing! The flavors blend together perfectly."
- "I love how hearty and filling this dish is. It's perfect for a cold day."
- "The chili powder and cumin give this goulash a nice kick of spice."
- "I served this with some fresh bread and it was a hit at my dinner party."
- "This goulash is a great way to use up leftover beef stew meat."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to brown the beef well to enhance its flavor.
- Adjust the seasoning, including salt and pepper, according to your preference.
- If you want to make this dish even spicier, add more chili powder or a dash of cayenne pepper.
- This goulash is great served with fresh bread or pasta for soaking up all the delicious sauce.
