Wholesome, Budget-Friendly, and Hearty Hungarian Goulash in Your Slow Cooker
Treat your family to a flavorful trip to Hungary without leaving home with this Slow Cooker Hungarian Goulash. This dish is a perfect blend of tender beef, hearty vegetables, and aromatic spices, creating a mouth-watering stew that will satisfy everyone in the family.
Whether serving it for a casual weeknight dinner or a gathering with friends, this recipe is bound to be a crowd-pleaser.

Delicious Family-Friendly Slow Cooker Hungarian Goulash Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of beef stew meat cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 large onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 medium carrots sliced
- 2 medium potatoes cubed
- 1 red bell pepper chopped
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 1 can 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup tomato paste
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sour cream for garnish optional
Instructions
- Place the beef cubes in the slow cooker.
- Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, carrots, potatoes, and red bell pepper.
- In a separate bowl, mix the paprika, caraway seeds, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and red wine vinegar. Pour this mixture over the meat and vegetables in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on LOW setting for 8-10 hours, or on HIGH setting for 4-5 hours, until the meat is tender and the flavors are well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with a dollop of sour cream, if desired.
This Slow Cooker Hungarian Goulash is not only an easy, budget-friendly meal; it’s a journey to the heart of Hungary’s culinary traditions. It marries the convenience of slow cooking with the richness of traditional flavors to offer a comforting and exciting dish. Your family will love the rich, hearty flavors, and you’ll love the simplicity and affordability of this crowd-pleasing dish.
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