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Viennese Goulash

A quick and hearty goulash with tender meatballs, carrots, and parsnips in a rich tomato sauce, ready in about 20 minutes.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
380
Protein
25g
Viennese Goulash
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 medium carrot
  • 1 medium parsnip
  • 2 cups tomato sauce
  • 2 tsp paprika

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a bowl, mix the 1 lb ground beef with 1 tsp paprika and a pinch of salt. Roll into 1-inch meatballs.

  2. 2

    Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large pot over medium-high. Add the meatballs and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same pot, add the 1 sliced onion, 2 chopped carrots, and 1 chopped parsnip. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Stir in the 2 cups tomato sauce, 1 tsp paprika, and 1 cup water. Bring to a simmer.

  5. 5

    Return the meatballs to the pot. Simmer until meatballs are cooked through and sauce thickens, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board

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