Description
One-Pot Beef Goulash is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and hearty elbow macaroni in a rich, savory sauce. This easy-to-make dish simmers all the flavors together in one pot, making it perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. In just under an hour, you can create a satisfying meal that warms hearts and appetites alike, with endless customization options to suit your taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped (red or green)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (no salt added)
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by chopping the beef, onion, garlic, and bell pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add seasoned beef chunks and brown for about 5 minutes.
- Remove beef temporarily; sauté onions and bell peppers in the same pot until softened (about 3 minutes), then add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Return the browned beef to the pot along with diced tomatoes, smoked paprika, beef broth, and elbow macaroni. Stir well.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for about 20 minutes or until pasta is cooked al dente.
- Serve hot in bowls topped with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Hungarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg