Czech Beef Goulash

Guláš

Ingredients11

• beef chuck800 g
• onions500 g
• lard40 g
• sweet paprika2 tbsp
• garlic4 cloves
• caraway seeds1 tsp
• dried marjoram1 tsp
• all-purpose flour1 tbsp
• beef broth400 ml
• salt1 tsp
• black pepper1/2 tsp

Method

1. Cut the beef into 2 cm cubes and slice the onions finely.
2. Melt the lard in a heavy pot and cook the onions over medium heat until golden, about 15 minutes.
3. Stir in the paprika off the heat so it does not scorch, then add the beef and brown it.
4. Add crushed garlic, caraway, salt, pepper, and broth; cover and simmer gently for about 1 hour 45 minutes until the beef is tender.
5. Whisk the flour with a little cold water, stir it into the pot, and simmer 10 minutes until the sauce thickens.
6. Stir in the marjoram, adjust the seasoning, and rest a few minutes before serving.