How to Make the Perfect Kid Friendly Goulash
Hungarian · Easy · 60 min · 6 servings
This kid friendly goulash is a hearty Hungarian stew packed with tender beef, sweet paprika, and vegetables served over buttered egg noodles kids slurp up happily. Parents searching for kid friendly recipes will appreciate how this one pot wonder fills hungry kids without any fuss.
Why this recipe works
This Kid Friendly Goulash recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 60 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 380 calories with 30g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 7 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1.5 lbs beef stew meat cut into cubes
- 2 tbsp sweet paprika
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 2 medium potatoes diced
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 cups egg noodles cooked
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Brown the Beef
Heat oil in a large pot over medium high heat and brown beef cubes on all sides in batches, about 3 minutes per batch. Remove beef and set aside leaving drippings in the pot.
Step 2: Build the Flavor Base
Add diced onion to the same pot and cook 3 minutes until softened. Stir in paprika and cook 30 seconds until fragrant being careful not to burn it.
Step 3: Simmer the Stew
Return beef to the pot and add diced tomatoes, potatoes, and beef broth. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 40 minutes until beef is tender and potatoes are soft.
Step 4: Serve Over Noodles
Taste and adjust salt in the stew as needed. Ladle generous portions of goulash over cooked buttered egg noodles and serve hot with crusty bread on the side.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- beef stew meat → ground beef for a quicker version kids enjoy just as much
- sweet paprika → mild smoked paprika for a slightly deeper flavor kids still enjoy
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Using hot paprika instead of sweet paprika which makes the dish too spicy for young kids
- Rushing the simmer time and serving tough chewy beef that kids refuse to eat
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 380 calories, 30g protein, 32g carbs, 14g fat, 4g fiber.
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