🇭🇺 Hungarian Goulash with Pork and Sauerkraut (Székely Gulyás)
Known as Székely Gulyás, this hearty dish from Hungary combines tender pork, tangy sauerkraut, and rich paprika sauce. It’s creamy, comforting, and perfect for cold days.
📝 Ingredients
2 lbs (900 g) pork shoulder, cut into cubes
2 tablespoons oil or lard
2 medium onions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons Hungarian sweet paprika
1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
2 cups sauerkraut, drained (rinse if very sour)
1 cup tomato puree or crushed tomatoes
1 cup water or broth
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon flour
Salt and black pepper to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Sauté the Onions Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook until soft and lightly golden.
2️⃣ Add Paprika Remove pot from heat briefly and stir in paprika to prevent burning.
3️⃣ Brown the Pork Add pork cubes and garlic. Cook until lightly browned.
4️⃣ Build the Flavor Stir in caraway seeds, tomato puree, and sauerkraut. Pour in water or broth and season with salt and pepper.
5️⃣ Simmer Cover and simmer on low for about 60–75 minutes, until pork is tender.
6️⃣ Make It Creamy Mix sour cream with flour until smooth. Temper with a spoonful of hot sauce, then stir into the pot. Simmer 5–10 more minutes until thick and creamy.
🍽️ Serve With
Crusty bread
Boiled potatoes
Nokedli (Hungarian dumplings)
💡 Tips
Adjust sauerkraut sourness by rinsing lightly if needed.
