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Traditional Croatian Goulash

Name: Traditional Croatian Goulash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Croatian
Ingredients: 500g Beef; 2 chopped Onions; 2 chopped Carrots; 2 cloves Garlic; 2 Bay Leaf; 200ml Red Wine; 2 Litres Water; 3 tbs Mustard; 1tbsp Salt; 1/2 tsp Pepper; 1/2 tsp Paprika; 2 tbs Vegetable Oil

Traditional Croatian Goulash is a classic Croatian dish that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully prepared featuring Beef, Onions, Carrots, Garlic, Bay Leaf, Red Wine, Mustard, Pepper and Paprika, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. The cooking process allows natural aromas to develop, ensuring each portion is both hearty and flavorful.

Serve hot alongside fresh bread, steamed grains, or a crisp seasonal salad for a well-rounded dining experience.

If you enjoy authentic Croatian cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Cevapi Sausages.

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Ingredients

Beef500g
Onions2 chopped
Carrots2 chopped
Garlic2 cloves
Bay Leaf2
Red Wine200ml
Water2 Litres
Mustard3 tbs
Salt1tbsp
Pepper1/2 tsp
Paprika1/2 tsp
Vegetable Oil2 tbs

Step-by-Step Instructions

14 steps

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Step 1

Clean the meat from the veins if there are some and cut it into smaller pieces, 3 × 3 cm.

Step 2🥣 Marinate

Marinate the meat in the mustard and spices and let it sit in the refrigerator for one hour

Step 3🍳 Fry

Heat one tablespoon of pork fat or vegetable oil in a pot and fry the meat on all sides until it gets browned.

Step 4

Once the meat is cooked, transfer it to a plate and add another tablespoon of fat to the pot

Step 5

Cut the onions very fine, peel the carrots and shred it using a grater.

Step 6🍲 Simmer⏱️ 15 minutes

Cook the onions and carrots over low heat for 15 minutes.

Step 7

You can salt the vegetables a little to make them soften faster

Step 8

Once the vegetables have browned and become slightly mushy, add the meat and bay leaves and garlic.

Step 9🍲 Simmer⏱️ 10-15 minutes

Pour over with wine and simmer for 10-15 minutes to allow the alcohol to evaporate.

Step 10

Now is the right time to add 2/3 the amount of liquid

Step 11🍲 Simmer

Cover the pot and cook over low heat for an hour, stirring occasionally.

Step 12⏱️ 30-45 minutes

After the first hour, pour over the rest of the water or stock and cook for another 30-45 minutes

Step 13✨ Serve

Allow the stew to cool slightly and serve it with a sprinkle of chopped parsley and few slices of fresh hot pepper if you like to spice it up a bit

Step 14🔪 Prep

Slice some fresh bread, season the salad and simply enjoying these wonderful flavors

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Traditional Croatian Goulash carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

For a richer sauce, replace a portion of the water with homemade bone broth, vegetable stock, or a splash of dry wine or red wine vinegar to cut through richness.

Chef Technique Tips

Take the time to thoroughly sear and brown beef in batches before adding the braising liquid. The caramelized fond deposited on the bottom of the pot dissolves into the stew, providing depth and body that cannot be rushed.

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