
Authentic Hungarian Goulash: A Delicate Balance of Flavors and Textures
Goulash is a dish that has been eaten in Hungary since the 18th century. The recipe has many variations but generally consists of meat (usually beef) and onions stewed together with other vegetables. A spicy paprika powder gives it its characteristic flavor. Goulash is usually served as a soup or stew over dumplings called csipetke or bread dumplings called túrógombóc depending on regional preferences.
The ingredients are simple: beef, potatoes, carrots, green bell pepper, onion and tomato paste/puree for color and flavor; salt; black pepper; bay leaves; paprika powder (or sweet Hungarian paprika); and water to cover the meat.
Hungarian Goulash History
The Hungarian word "gulyás" has Arabic origins and means herdsman, referring to the fact that the dish was originally made by her...