Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1.75 lbs

stew meat

cubed

1.5 unit

onion

chopped fine

1 tsp

caraway seed

1 tsp

Hungarian paprika

1 tbsp

tomato paste

1 unit

beef bouillon cube

0.5 unit

green pepper

chopped

0.4 cup

water

3.5 unit

potatoes

cubed

1 tbsp

flour

for thickening

Step 1
~8 min

Chop the onions into fine pieces.

Step 2
~8 min

Brown the chopped onions in a pot.

Step 3
~8 min

Set the browned onions aside.

Step 4
~8 min

Cut the stew meat into cubes.

Step 5
~8 min

Brown the stew meat cubes in the same pot.

Step 6
~8 min

Add the browned onions back to the pot with the stew meat.

Step 7
~8 min

Add caraway seed, Hungarian paprika, tomato paste, beef bouillon cube, and chopped green pepper to the pot.

Step 8
~8 min

Add 1/3 to 1/2 cup of water to the pot.

Step 9
~8 min

Cook in a pressure cooker for 20 minutes and then turn the heat off.

Step 10
~8 min

Let the pressure cooker sit for about another 1/2 hour without releasing the pressure.

Step 11
~8 min

While the stew is cooking, peel and cut the potatoes into 1 1/2 inch cubes.

Step 12
~8 min

Place the potato cubes in a small pot and barely cover them with water.

Step 13
~8 min

Boil the potatoes until they are tender.

Step 14
~8 min

Add the cooked potatoes and the potato water to the stew.

Step 15
~8 min

Thicken the stew with flour.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, brown the meat in batches.

Add a dollop of sour cream before serving.

Serve with egg noodles or crusty bread.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with egg noodles or crusty bread.

Accompany with a side of pickles or sauerkraut.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spaetzle
Sauerkraut
Pickled vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Hungary

Cultural Significance

A national dish of Hungary, often associated with celebrations and family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Winter
Family Dinner
Comfort Food
Holiday

Popularity Score

75/100

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