Coca Cola Goulash
Warm, hearty, and unexpectedly delightful, Coca Cola Goulash is a playful twist on a classic comfort dish. This rich and savory stew features tender chunks of beef chuck slow-simmered with potatoes, carrots, and bell peppers in a flavorful broth infused with the subtle sweetness of Coca Cola. Enhanced with warming paprika, aromatic garlic, and a touch of tomato paste, this goulash achieves a perfect balance of savory and sweet in every bite. Perfect for cozy family dinners, this recipe is easy to make in a single pot and pairs beautifully with crusty bread or steamed rice. Ready in just over two hours, this six-serving dish is guaranteed to keep everyone coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1.5 pounds Beef chuck (cubed)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 medium Yellow onion (diced)
- 3 Garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 2 cups Coca Cola
- 2 cups Beef broth
- 1 14-ounce can Diced tomatoes (canned)
- 1 medium Red bell pepper (sliced)
- 2 medium Carrots (sliced)
- 3 medium Potatoes (cubed)
- 2 Bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons Parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
Season the beef chuck with salt and black pepper, then sear in the hot oil until browned on all sides. Remove the beef and set aside.
In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Add the paprika and tomato paste to the pot, stirring to combine. Cook for 2 minutes to toast the spices and deepen the flavor.
Deglaze the pot by pouring in the Coca Cola, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
Return the seared beef to the pot. Add the beef broth, diced tomatoes, sliced red bell pepper, carrots, potatoes, and bay leaves. Stir to mix.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are fully cooked.
Remove the bay leaves before serving. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Ladle the goulash into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve hot with bread or over rice, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
464 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.6 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 79 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 857 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.1 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.3 g | ||
| Protein | 25.7 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1023 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
