This Homemade Goulash is my take on a classic goulash. Goulash is a Hungarian dish, warm, rich and comforting. I guess you could say this is my Americanized version!
And it came about by accident. I was all set to make a classic goulash one day when I realized I’d forgotten the most important ingredient – paprika! So I had to do a little improvisation and try to recreate that depth of flavor some other way. You’ll see I’ve used bay leaves, Italian seasoning, and soy sauce, all of which really help bring out the flavor of the meat. And to make it really hearty and comforting, I add macaroni.
This goulash recipe is a very easy one-pot method and I’m sure you will love the delicious results!
To make Homemade Goulash, you will need the following ingredients:
Place a large heavy-based skillet over a medium-high heat. Add the beef and cook for 10 minutes, breaking the beef up with a spoon until the meat has browned.
Drain off the excess fat. Add the onions and garlic and cook for a further 10 minutes until the onion has softened.
Add the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, soy sauce, bay leaves, Italian seasoning and salt to the mixture. Pour over the water and stir to combine. Bring to a boil.
Once boiling, lower the heat, cover the pan with a lid and simmer for 20 minutes, giving it a stir every now and again.
Add the macaroni to the pan, stir in and cook for a further 25 minutes, until the macaroni is cooked.
Take the skillet off the heat. Remove the bay leaves and serve immediately.
For a bowl of rich, meaty deliciousness, try my one-pot Homemade Goulash recipe! Try serving it with a spoonful of creme fraiche on the side. What do you think? I’d love to hear from you in the comments below!
Wow, this goulash surprised me! I whipped it up last week after forgetting paprika. Everyone devoured it! It’s super easy and so comforting during chilly nights. Definitely a new family favorite - even my kids went back for seconds!
Sooo good! Made this goulash for our family game night and everyone devoured it! 🤤 Super easy to whip up, even without the paprika. It's a new fave, man! Can't wait to make it again. Thanks for the awesome recipe!
So delish, wow!
Comfort food bliss!
Superb! I made this goulash for friends during a game night, and it was a hit! I was in a hurry, but this recipe was so simple and quick. The flavors were amazing and everyone loved it. It brought us all together, and I felt really proud! 🍽️
Super delicious goulash!
This goulash was sooo good! I made it on a rainy day and it warmed my family’s hearts, just like my grandma used to do. An easy recipe that brings back fond memories.
This goulash was a hit with the kids. Made it during a family night and everyone loved it.
Amazing taste, my family loved it so much!
I made this goulash for my family last weekend and they loved it. My kids have never been big fans of goulash, but this Americanized version changed that. The flavors were rich enough, and it was so simple to make, which is great when juggling dinner time with the little ones. A real winner in our house.
Amazing! I whipped this up last night after a busy day. My husband loved it, and the kids couldn’t get enough. As a busy mom, quick and easy meals are my go-to. This dish reminded me of cozy family dinners growing up. So hearty and delicious, it truly hit the spot!
My kids are obsessed with this goulash they think that its spagethetti though lol.
It was good but i personally think that the keto goulash tasted a lot better.
Didn't use the macaroni shaped pasta instead I used bow pasta and penne mixed for the entire family, everyone loved it so for usre it was a huge crowd pleaser.
I never made Hungarian goulash before though I have had Czech goulash, there's a huge difference in taste for sure and the side dish for Czech goulash is dumplings but for this one it's pasta which is just as filling and delicious.
