Name: Czech Goulash
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Czech
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs beef chuck, cut into cubes; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp sweet paprika; 1 tsp caraway seeds; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 2 cups beef broth; 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes; 1 carrot, sliced; 1 celery stalk, sliced; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill

Czech Goulash

A hearty beef goulash with paprika, vegetables, and sour cream, classic Czech cuisine.

120 minutes6 servings

Method

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add beef cubes and cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes.
Stir in paprika, caraway seeds, salt, and pepper.
Pour in beef broth and tomatoes. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1.5 hours.
Add carrot and celery; cook for 20 minutes.
Stir in sour cream and dill. Cook for 5 minutes.
Serve hot with crusty bread.
For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.