Gulyas

Gulyás

Alternative names	Goulash
Type	Soup or stew
Course	Main course
Place of origin	Hungary
Region or state	Central Europe
Serving temperature	Hot
Main ingredients	Meat (beef, pork, lamb), vegetables (potatoes, carrots, peppers), paprika
Cookbook: Gulyás   Media: Gulyás

Gulyás, also known as goulash, is a traditional Hungarian soup or stew. It is a popular dish in Central Europe and is known for its rich flavor, which comes from the use of paprika and other spices. Gulyás is typically made with meat, most commonly beef, but variations with pork or lamb are also common. The dish is often served as a main course and is enjoyed hot.

Etymology

The word "gulyás" originally meant "herdsman" in Hungarian. The dish was named after the Hungarian herdsmen who prepared it. Over time, the term came to refer to the soup or stew itself.

Ingredients

The primary ingredients of gulyás include:

• Meat (beef, pork, or lamb)
• Onion
• Garlic
• Paprika
• Carrot
• Potato
• Bell pepper
• Tomato
• Caraway seed
• Bay leaf
• Salt and pepper

Preparation

Gulyás is traditionally prepared in a large pot over an open fire. The meat is first browned with onions and garlic, then paprika and other spices are added. Vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, and bell peppers are then included, and the mixture is simmered until the meat is tender and the flavors are well blended. The dish can be thickened with flour or left as a broth-based soup.

Variations

There are several regional variations of gulyás, including:

• Székely gulyás: A version that includes sauerkraut and sour cream.
• Bográcsgulyás: A version cooked in a cauldron over an open fire, often during outdoor gatherings.
• Pörkölt: A thicker stew that is similar to gulyás but with less liquid.

Cultural Significance

Gulyás is considered a national dish of Hungary and is an important part of Hungarian cuisine. It is often served at festivals and family gatherings. The dish has also become popular in other Central European countries and has been adapted into various local versions.

See also

• Hungarian cuisine
• Paprika
• Stew
• Soup
• Pörkölt
• Bográcsgulyás

Related pages

• Hungarian cuisine
• Paprika
• Stew
• Soup
• Pörkölt
• Bográcsgulyás