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cabbage goulash

Hungarian Cabbage Goulash

Cabbage Goulash, Székely káposzta in Hungary is one of the cheapest and easiest recipes. If you like cabbage this dish is for you.
5 from 5 votes
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Hungarian Cuisine
Servings 4 people
Calories 274.83 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large white onion
  • 2 tbsp paprika powder
  • 1 lbs chicken any chicken parts
  • 1 lbs beef meat any beef parts
  • 2 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1-2 tsp black pepper or to taste
  • 3 bay leaf
  • 6 cup water
  • ½ cabbage you can add more

Instructions
 

  • Cut the chicken breast into cubes, the beef meat, and the cabbage into thin and long pieces. (approximately ½ inch thin and 2 inches long)
  • Saute the chopped white onion in a pan with a little oil until glassy. Sprinkle paprika powder over it and saute it for 1 more minute.
  • Add the chicken cubes and the beef pieces to the pan. Add salt, black pepper, and the bay leaf.
  • Mix it together. After 1 minute you can add the water. If it needs extra seasoning you can add them now.
  • Cook the meat for 10 minutes on Medium heat, then add the cabbage and turn it on LOW for 40-45 minutes, until everything is nice and tender.
  • Serve with a spoonful of sour cream and a slice of bread.

Notes

  • Make sure the cabbage is not overcooked. It has to be crunchy but soft at the same time. 
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