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Gulaschsuppe (German Goulash Soup)

April 10, 2011 by Faith 30 Comments

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Gulaschsuppe (German Goulash Soup) is a rich beef soup that’s spiced with paprika and seasoned with thyme, caraway, marjoram, onion, and garlic.

Gulaschsuppe (German Goulash Soup) Close Up Overhead View in White Bowl

Ithaca, NY, which is located on the southern end of Cayuga Lake in New York’s Finger Lake region, is one of the quaintest little towns I know of. While the name Ithaca may not be familiar right away, it might ring a bell when you hear that it is home to Cornell University.

Close Up Spoonful of Gulaschsuppe

There is an adorable pedestrian shopping mall in downtown Ithaca called the Commons. It has various stores and restaurants (for more pics of the Commons, see this post from mine and Mike’s last anniversary). 

There’s plenty of variety when it comes to places to eat! Mine and Mike’s favorite restaurant is a German place called Brötchen, and when we’re walking the Commons around lunchtime we end up there for lunch more often than not.

Gulaschsuppe (German Goulash Soup) in White Bowl with Side Salad

Homemade Gulaschsuppe served along with a pretzel roll and a salad of baby spinach, chopped apple, walnuts, oil, and vinegar.

At Brötchen I always order this soup and Mike always orders some kind of sandwich. And then he inevitably regrets not ordering this soup, and eats half of mine. Which is ok because then I have room for dessert.

Gulaschsuppe (German Goulash Soup)

German Goulash Soup actually originated in Hungary. However, it’s quite common and considered traditional fare in Germany. (Read more about Gulaschsuppe on German Culture.)

This flavorful soup features pieces of beef slowly simmering until tender. The broth is richly spiced with sweet paprika and flavored with onion and garlic. Add a touch of hot paprika (or cayenne pepper) for a hint of heat if desired.

Top View of German Goulash Soup in Bowl

More Beef Soup and Stew Recipes to Try:

  • Sweet and Spicy Beef, Butternut, and White Bean Stew
  • Vegetable Beef Soup
  • Ethiopian Ground Beef Stew
  • Spicy Beef Noodle Soup
  • Basic Beef Stew Using Pantry Staples

Spoonful of Gulaschsuppe (German Goulash Soup)
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Gulaschsuppe (German Goulash Soup) 

Gulaschsuppe (German Goulash Soup) is a rich beef soup that's spiced with paprika and seasoned with thyme, caraway, marjoram, onion, and garlic.
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Course: Soup
Cuisine: Hungarian
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 5 servings
Calories: 269kcal
Author: Faith Gorsky

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil or any neutral-flavored oil with a high smoke point
  • 1 1/4 pounds beef sirloin trimmed of fat and cubed
  • 2 large onions diced
  • 5 large cloves garlic minced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 tablespoons sweet paprika
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh minced thyme or 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground marjoram
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper more or less to taste
  • 6 cups beef stock
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons tamari sauce or soy sauce
  • 2 ounces tomato paste
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • In a 5-quart pot with a lid, heat the oil on medium-high heat. Add the beef and sear on all sides, about 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  • Add the onions and sauté until starting to soften, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the garlic, bay leaves, paprika, thyme, caraway, marjoram, cayenne pepper, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Sauté 1 to 2 minutes, until everything is fragrant.
  • Stir in the beef stock, Worcestershire, tamari, and tomato paste, and bring up to a boil. Turn the heat down to a simmer, cover the pot, and cook until beef is tender (about 1 hour), stirring occasionally.
  • Taste and season with additional salt and black pepper as desired.

Helpful Tips

  • Net Carbs: 11g per serving
  • This soup is even more delicious the next day after the flavors have had the chance to blend.

Nutrition

Calories: 269kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 887mg | Potassium: 1189mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1581IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 4mg
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This post was first published on An Edible Mosaic on April 10, 2011. I updated it with more information on May 7, 2020.

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Filed Under: Gluten Free, Low Carb, Soup Tagged: Beef, German Goulash Soup, Gulaschsuppe, Recipes, Soups

Comments

  1. connie orcutt says

    February 15, 2019 at 2:08 pm

    Fantastic…just like the soup I ordered when I lived in Hielbronn put some creame on top…It was wonderful
    thanks so much for putting it on line!

    Reply
  2. Kristina says

    March 11, 2013 at 1:24 pm

    Made this last night. Followed the recipe but added on diced red pepper. Delicious…just like I used to eat in Wiesbaden! Thanks!

    Reply
  3. Roger Jones says

    June 1, 2012 at 3:26 am

    Sounds just what I am looking to make,but,how much is 6 c of beef sock?
    Thanks

    Reply
    • Faith says

      June 1, 2012 at 7:30 am

      Roger, 6 cups of beef stock is about 1.4 liters. Hope you enjoy the soup!

      Reply
  4. Jenny says

    May 9, 2011 at 9:02 pm

    Is there a recipe for the awesome pretzel roll you have in the photo to go with the soup? If so may I have it? :D

    Reply
    • admin says

      May 10, 2011 at 7:18 am

      Hi Jenny, You read my mind, I’ve been wanting to make homemade pretzel rolls! :) I actually didn’t make the ones in the picture (they’re from a local grocery store called Wegmans), but a while ago my friend Joanne posted a really delicious looking recipe for them…here’s the link if you want to check it out!

      Reply
  5. FOODESSA says

    April 13, 2011 at 5:03 am

    Warm comfort…great flavours…and a little crusty bread on the side…mummmm. I’m set for a wonderful meal ;o)

    Flavourful wishes,
    Claudia

    Reply
  6. Emily Z says

    April 12, 2011 at 7:15 pm

    German GOULASH SOUP!?! WOW! This sounds amazing! I have German roots on both parents’ side of the family, so I see no excuse not to try this!

    Reply
  7. Biren @ Roti n Rice says

    April 12, 2011 at 1:45 pm

    Looks and sounds like a delicious bowl of soup! I would love to have a bowl right now.

    Reply
  8. Mimi says

    April 12, 2011 at 11:48 am

    I can see why Mike eats your soup. So hearty and a great combination of flavors.
    Mimi

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  9. Steve @ HPD says

    April 12, 2011 at 10:04 am

    Sorry … I know it’s me … but I can’t eat Gulaschsuppe unless I’m wearing fleece and gore-tex and have a pair of 215 cm Volkls strapped to my feet. It’ll always be ski-food for me, just like a canned iced coffee and a Ritter-Sport is always an autobahn gas station break snack. Cheers!

    Reply
  10. Sara @ Belly Rumbles says

    April 11, 2011 at 11:31 pm

    As it is getting colder here in Sydney, that is just the perfect recipe. Lovely, rich and flavour packed.

    Reply
  11. Raina says

    April 11, 2011 at 6:15 pm

    I have never had this soup but wish I had because it looks delicious, full of wonderful flavor. That pretzel roll looks pretty darn good too:)

    Reply
  12. 5 Star Foodie says

    April 11, 2011 at 4:17 pm

    Looks like a terrific, rich and flavorful soup, and it sounds just perfect with a pretzel roll (we get those at wegmans all the time).

    Reply
  13. Swathi says

    April 11, 2011 at 1:32 pm

    This German soup looks awesome. Nice flavors.

    Reply
  14. Krista says

    April 11, 2011 at 12:17 pm

    That sounds like a nice hearty, comforting bowl of soup!!

    Reply
  15. Lazaro says

    April 11, 2011 at 12:16 pm

    Lovely course. Beautifully presented and executed.

    Bravo!

    Reply
  16. Lucy says

    April 11, 2011 at 10:59 am

    This soup looks delicious – the flavours all sound so good! Love the story behind it as well :)

    Reply
  17. Dana says

    April 11, 2011 at 9:47 am

    I love all the spices and flavors in this soup! When do we get the recipe for the pretzel rolls?

    Reply
  18. Barbara says

    April 11, 2011 at 9:31 am

    My mother made goulash all the time (her side was German) but never goulash soup. This looks great, Faith!

    Reply
  19. Angie's Recipes says

    April 10, 2011 at 11:40 pm

    I prefer mine with pretzel too :-)) This looks so nice.

    Reply
  20. Monet says

    April 10, 2011 at 11:38 pm

    Oh yum! This sounds perfect. Ryan and I just made pretzel rolls too. Thank you for infusing your posts with your kind spirit, your thoughtful words, and your beautiful photographs. Even in the midst of sadness, I find such solace visiting the blogs that I’ve grown to love this past year. I hope you have a wonderful start to your week, my friend. A big hug from Austin!

    Reply
  21. Sonia @ Master of Her Romaine says

    April 10, 2011 at 6:56 pm

    Hi, I just came across your blog!
    I absolutely LOVE your about page- so informative!
    Your soup looks great and so does that roll on the side-yum. I don’t think I’ve ever had traditional German food. I love saurkraut, though!

    Reply
  22. Maria @ Scandifoodie says

    April 10, 2011 at 6:16 pm

    This is something my partner (and his German dad) would greatly appreciate! Sounds amazing!

    Reply
  23. Diane says

    April 10, 2011 at 12:16 pm

    Now if only I had the ingredients for this at home I could enjoy it tonight!! Diane

    Reply
  24. Jen says

    April 10, 2011 at 11:52 am

    What a great soup Faith! I love the little bit of tamari in it – interesting with the more traditional German ingredients. I want that pretzel roll too!

    Reply
  25. Betty @ scrambled hen fruit says

    April 10, 2011 at 11:04 am

    What a hearty soup! It’s chilly and damp here today, and a bowl of this would sure taste good. :)

    Reply
  26. Heidi @ Food Doodles says

    April 10, 2011 at 10:08 am

    Yum! I have a recipe very similar to this. The taste of marjoram in this brings back so many childhood memories. I love it! Mine doesn’t have caraways seeds though, but I can imagine it would taste fantastic. I’ll try to remember to add some to mine next time :)

    Reply
  27. coco says

    April 10, 2011 at 7:03 am

    This soup is fabulous! I tried it when I travel to German two years ago and love it, and it looks exactly like yours! :)

    Reply
  28. Rosa says

    April 10, 2011 at 6:57 am

    Delicious! What great flavors.

    Cheers,

    Rosa

    Reply

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