A beef stew made with onions, paprika and caraway.
The dish known as goulash originated around the ninth century as a kind of pemmican, at least in so far as it originally consisted of meat cooked and then dried in the sun for later consumption. In time, the meat was no longer dried after being cooked, and thus goulash became what it presently is—a thick beef soup made with onions and paprika. The word goulash, like the dish itself, is Hungarian in origin, deriving from gulyas hus, meaning herdsman’s meat; the Hungarian name was shortened to gulyas before being adopted into English as goulash in the mid nineteenth century.
The dish in question is a stew made with beef or veal, vegetables, and seasonings. In its home country, it typically includes sauerkraut, paprika, and sour cream. It is also known as goulash or gulyas, and is a popular dish in Hungarian cuisine.
Goulash is a meat stew that is known for its rich flavor and Hungarian roots, although it can be found in several European countries. This delectable dish is seasoned with paprika and can be enhanced with sour cream stirred in or served on the side.