Traditional German Hearty Goulash Soup
Traditional German Goulash Soup (Gulaschsuppe) is a hearty, paprika-infused soup made with tender beef, potatoes, bell peppers, and onions. Simmered slowly in a savory tomato and broth base, this one-pot dish is comforting, filling, and full of deep, classic flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: German
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 1 pound (454 g) stewing beef, cut into ¾-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large onions, coarsely diced
- 1 garlic clove, crushed
- 1½ cups tomato juice
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sweet Hungarian paprika
- 2 to 3 large potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 large bell peppers (mixed colors), cut into 1-inch pieces
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Hot Hungarian paprika, optional
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown half of the beef on all sides, then remove. Repeat with remaining beef.
- Return all beef to the pot. Add onions and garlic. Sauté for a few minutes until onions soften.
- Pour in tomato juice and beef broth. Add salt and sweet paprika. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 40 minutes.
- Add potatoes and bell peppers. Continue to simmer for 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Season with additional salt, pepper, and hot paprika if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra richness, stir in 1/4 cup cream at the end.
- Add a pinch of sugar to balance tomato acidity.
- Skip potatoes and serve with crusty bread if preferred.
- Use frozen sliced peppers and onions to save prep time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
