Rating: 3.53
(119)

Beef Paprikash

December 9, 2024

Beef paprikash is a hearty and comforting dish that’s rich in flavor and packed with tender beef, all cooked in a luscious, spiced paprika sauce. Originating from Hungary, this dish is similar to the more famous chicken paprikash, but with beef providing a deliciously hearty twist. With its deep, smoky flavor from the paprika and its creamy, velvety sauce, beef paprikash is a perfect choice for a cozy dinner on a chilly evening.

A hearty and flavorful dish featuring tender beef cooked with paprika, onions, and sour cream. This Hungarian-inspired recipe is perfect for those looking for a comforting meal with a rich and savory taste.

The beef is simmered slowly in a blend of onions, garlic, and aromatic spices, with paprika being the key ingredient. The dish is deep in flavor, with a smoky, slightly spicy edge from the paprika and a subtle sweetness from the onions. The sour cream adds a velvety texture and balances the flavors beautifully.

Beef paprikash is traditionally served with a side of egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice, which soak up the creamy sauce beautifully. You can also garnish it with fresh parsley for a pop of color and added freshness. The dish is perfect for family meals, special gatherings, or whenever you want something comforting and full of flavor.

With its bold spices and tender beef, beef paprikash is a satisfying, flavorful dish that brings the warmth and comfort of Hungarian cuisine to your table.

Beef Paprikash
Beef Paprikash
3.53 from 119 votes
A hearty and flavorful dish featuring tender beef cooked with paprika, onions, and sour cream. This Hungarian-inspired recipe is perfect for those looking for a comforting meal with a rich and savory taste.
Servings 4 people
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 19 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 grams beef chuck cut into cubes
  • 2 tablespoons sweet paprika Hungarian if possible
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
  • Add the beef cubes to the pot and sear until browned on all sides.
  • Stir in the sweet paprika, making sure the beef and onions are evenly coated.
  • Pour in the beef broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 1 hour until the beef is tender.
  • In a bowl, mix the sour cream and flour together until smooth. Gradually add this to the pot, stirring constantly.
  • Continue to cook uncovered for another 20 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve hot with a side of noodles, mashed potatoes or rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 24gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3.5mg
Calories: 450kcal
Meal Type: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: beef stew, comfort food, Hungarian Cuisine
Cooking Method: Boiled
Time: >45 Min
Level: Easy
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  1. User avatar rudolf.leuschke says:

    2 stars
    Is this dish supposed to be spicy? Because I used sweet paprika and it was just not for my taste. Next time I’ll try a different recipe.

  2. User avatar isaias.balistreri says:

    5 stars
    Yum! Makes me want to lick the plate clean. My whole family devoured it! Thanks for sharing!

  3. User avatar Vivienne Schuster says:

    3 stars
    I tried this and my beef was kinda tough. I followed the instructions but maybe it needed more simmering? Not sure, but I ain’t impressed.

  4. User avatar carmen.boyer70 says:

    5 stars
    Absolutely loved this recipe! The beef turned out so tender and the flavor was just amazing. Definitely going to make it again!

    1. User avatar jerold.farrell18 says:

      5 stars
      So glad to hear you loved it! It’s one of my favorites too! 😍

  5. User avatar ivory.brakus69 says:

    1 star
    This seems like too much work for just some beef. I’ll stick to my own recipes.

    1. 2 stars
      Sounds like a lot of work, is it really that good? I mean, it’s just beef after all.

    2. 4 stars
      I get it, some people prefer simple meals. But trust me, this one is worth the effort! The flavors are incredible.

  6. User avatar jarrod.stamm says:

    5 stars
    Delicious! This recipe reminded me of my childhood. Will be making again.

  7. 4 stars
    My grandma made this with chicken, not beef. They both taste good tho!

  8. 1 star
    I don’t understand how people can say this is good. It’s just beef and sauce. Where’s the flavor? Disappointed!

  9. User avatar Calvin Balistreri says:

    3 stars
    I followed the reciepe but it was too salty. Maybe I’ll use less salt next time.

    1. User avatar cheree.hettinger14 says:

      4 stars
      I think your salt amount might vary depending on the broth you used! Some broths are saltier than others. Just needs a little adjustment, I guess! 👍

  10. User avatar marcelino.heaney66 says:

    4 stars
    Yum! I served it with noodles, and my whole family loved it! Thanks for sharing!

  11. 1 star
    Sour cream ain’t for cooking beef. I prefer it without, tasted fake to me.

    1. User avatar mazie.wyman1958 says:

      3 stars
      I dunno, I think it sounds good. But what if you make it without and then try it once? You might like it better than you think!

    2. User avatar willian.nicolas64 says:

      5 stars
      I disagree! Sour cream adds richness and a creamy texture that balances the spices. I love it in this dish! 😊

  12. User avatar weston.klocko70 says:

    5 stars
    This was so delicious! The paprika really makes it pop. Will def make again!

  13. 3 stars
    Not bad but a bit too rich for my taste. Maybe less sour cream next time?

    1. User avatar brock.osinski21 says:

      4 stars
      I agree, it can be a little heavy. A dollop of sour cream is usually good enough! Less is more! 🍽️

    2. User avatar charise.borer49 says:

      3 stars
      I think it’s perfect! But we all have different tastes. Maybe try Greek yogurt instead next time.

  14. User avatar terminatorXYZ says:

    5 stars
    Yum! This is my new favorite dinner dish, I want it every week 😂👍

  15. User avatar emerson.kilback says:

    2 stars
    Bland! I added even more paprika, but still no flavor. Disappointed.

    1. User avatar kenton.torphy67 says:

      4 stars
      Maybe try adding garlic or some fresh herbs next time? That usually helps with flavor!

  16. User avatar leslee.buckridge says:

    4 stars
    Soo yummy! I added extra paprika and it was even better. Thank you!

  17. User avatar Questular Rontok says:

    4 stars
    Easy to follow instructions. I added some bell peppers and it turned out great.

    1. User avatar latosha.bergnaum68 says:

      5 stars
      I love that you added bell peppers! They must add a nice crunch. I’ll have to try that next time!

    2. User avatar abbie.klein1968 says:

      2 stars
      Sounds good, but I don’t know about sour cream in beef dishes. Isn’t that weird? Maybe I’ll stick with my recipe.

  18. User avatar wendie.berge1988 says:

    5 stars
    My husband loved it! Will definitely make again. Yum!!!

  19. User avatar Les Yost MD says:

    5 stars
    Amazing recipe! Can I use chicken instead of beef? Asking for a friend.

    1. 4 stars
      I think chicken could work, but the flavor will be different. Beef has that hearty taste! Just sayin’.

    2. User avatar Spider Guardian says:

      3 stars
      Nah, beef is a big part of this dish. Chicken will totally change it up! Better stick to beef.

  20. 1 star
    Bah, just mixed up hte steps.. ended up burnt! Lesson learned, read carefully!

  21. User avatar susan.harber says:

    3 stars
    Meh. Tasted too plain. I thought it was gonna be spicier with all that paprika!

    1. User avatar frank.hintz says:

      4 stars
      I actually found it really flavorful! Maybe you missed adding more paprika or some chili flakes? Worth trying again!

  22. 1 star
    Just okay. Beef was tough. Used random broth and it did not work out. Never again! 😒

  23. User avatar ozella.dickinson says:

    2 stars
    I don’t really like beef so I wasn’t a fan of this. Maybe it’d be better with chicken?

    1. User avatar sigrid.murray39 says:

      4 stars
      I get it, beef can be hit or miss. Chicken could definitely work, maybe add some extra spices for flavor!

  24. User avatar efren.kautzer22 says:

    4 stars
    Amazing recipe! I added more paprika cause I like it spicy. Everyone loved it!

  25. User avatar santiago.mcdermott says:

    1 star
    Paprikash? I thought it was a dessert! Didn’t realize it was savory. Oops!

  26. 5 stars
    This recipe is fantastic! The beef comes out so tender and flavorful. A family favorite now!

    1. 3 stars
      Sounds too good to be true. Is it really that easy? I usually mess up beef recipes. Maybe I should give it a shot tho.

    2. 5 stars
      I’m glad to hear you loved it! It’s definitely a classic for a reason. Have you tried it with the homemade noodles? They make it even better!

  27. User avatar keshia.kihn says:

    5 stars
    This was so good! The beef was tender and the flavor was awesome. Will definitely make again!

    1. User avatar Sand-Dial says:

      5 stars
      I totally agree! The flavor is just amazing! I added some extra paprika and it turned out even better. Yum!

  28. User avatar clay.daugherty1957 says:

    4 stars
    Made this for dinner, everyone gobbled it up. Will try with rice next time!!

  29. 3 stars
    I don’t know if I did something wrong, but mine came out a bit bland. Maybe I needed more paprika or something?!

  30. 5 stars
    Yummy! I love sour cream! Would recommend this to friends! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

  31. User avatar Pasta Fasta says:

    4 stars
    Great recipe! Can I use a different meat? Maybe pork? I’m not sure how it’ll taste though.

    1. User avatar rueben.champlin1994 says:

      2 stars
      Honestly, I don’t think pork would be as good. Stick with beef for this one!

    2. User avatar Esperanza Bailey says:

      4 stars
      Pork could work, but it might change the flavor a bit! Just be sure to cook it properly. 😊

  32. User avatar pei.doyle2008 says:

    2 stars
    Beef paprikash huh? Never made it before. Is it really that good? I’m skeptical. ⭐⭐

  33. User avatar carola.balistreri says:

    5 stars
    Toot, toot! Here we go! It was great!! Slap lickin good!

  34. User avatar Draugr Wight says:

    4 stars
    Not bad, but my beef was a lil tough even after an hour. Any tips?

  35. User avatar Paula Nancy Millstone Jennings says:

    4 stars
    I added some carrots and bell peppers for more veggies. Was a hit in my house!

  36. 3 stars
    Does anyone know if I can use chicken instead of beef? My family prefers chicken.

    1. User avatar terry.christiansen79 says:

      4 stars
      You could use chicken, but it won’t taste quite the same. Chicken cooks faster, so be careful with the timing!

  37. User avatar ivan.rutherford says:

    5 stars
    Super easy to make, I’m not the best cook but this worked great! Thanks!

  38. User avatar Junita Harris says:

    1 star
    Made it exactly as you wrote, and it was awful! The sauce is weird. ⭐

    1. User avatar kellee.maggio26 says:

      2 stars
      Ugh, I thought it would be good too but I had a similar experience. Sauce was just off. 😒

    2. User avatar lulu.swaniawski38 says:

      3 stars
      Maybe you didn’t cook it long enough? The sauce should be rich and flavorful if done right. 🤔

  39. User avatar Renato Okuneva says:

    1 star
    I ain’t ever had beef like this. It was kinda gross for my taste.

  40. User avatar gita.maggio says:

    5 stars
    This recipe is fantastic! I tried it last night and my family loved it.

    1. User avatar ngan.daniel says:

      3 stars
      Really? I didn’t think it would be that good. I might give it a try, but I’m not a fan of sour cream.

    2. User avatar dena.bogisich1987 says:

      5 stars
      I’m so glad to hear that! This has become my go-to recipe as well. It’s so hearty and delicious.

  41. User avatar Leto II Atreides says:

    4 stars
    My husband is picky about beef, but he gobbled it up. Props to this recipe!

    1. User avatar ken.heller52 says:

      5 stars
      Sounds delicious! I gotta try it for my picky husband too!

  42. User avatar Storm Atronach says:

    5 stars
    Wow, this is the best thing I ever cooked! Don’t know why I waited so long to try it.

  43. User avatar mark.oconnell2009 says:

    5 stars
    Yum yum yum! This is like my grandma used to make! Brings back all the cozy memories. 🥰

  44. 2 stars
    Total fail for me. The sauce wouldn’t thicken and I ended up with a soup. So sad!!

    1. User avatar loma.runolfsson65 says:

      5 stars
      You must’ve done something wrong. I made it and the sauce was super thick! Maybe too much broth?

    2. User avatar bradley.heller63 says:

      4 stars
      Sorry to hear that! Did you let the sauce cook long enough after adding the sour cream? That usually helps it thicken up.

  45. User avatar merri.steuber14 says:

    2 stars
    Honestly, I don’t see what the fuss is about. Mine turned out kinda bland.

  46. 4 stars
    Good recipe, but you really need to let it simmer longer for more flavor. Just my 2 cents.

  47. User avatar darcey.ohara94 says:

    2 stars
    I thought this was supposed to be spicy? It wasn’t spicy at all. Who uses sour cream in paprikash?

    1. User avatar douglass.marvin21 says:

      4 stars
      What? No spice?! It should be spicy! And sour cream is a common thing in lots of recipes. Might just be your taste buds. 🤔

    2. User avatar Dr. Stepanie Lynch says:

      3 stars
      I totally agree! I expected it to be more spicy too. Sour cream in paprikash? That’s kinda weird. I would skip it next time.

  48. User avatar alexander.gleason says:

    4 stars
    I didn’t have beef broth, so used chicken instead. Still turned out nice! 😋

    1. User avatar karl.mann says:

      5 stars
      That’s awesome! I’ve done the same with chicken before and it turned out great. Thanks for sharing! 😊

    2. User avatar chieko.grant29 says:

      3 stars
      Chicken? In beef paprikash? 😂 Not sure about that, but glad you liked it!

  49. User avatar maura.kris38 says:

    2 stars
    I seen a recipe similar but more simple. This one is complicated, who needs all those steps?

  50. User avatar cortez.reilly says:

    2 stars
    I made this but forgot to add the broth. It turned out kinda dry. Oops. Maybe I’ll try again.

  51. User avatar Ferris Wheeler says:

    2 stars
    I’m not sure about the sour cream part, seems like a weird combo with meat.

  52. User avatar jacquiline.corwin27 says:

    5 stars
    Yummy in my tummy!!! 😋 I paired it with noodles and my family loved it!

    1. User avatar joline.kemmer1998 says:

      5 stars
      Glad to hear your family enjoyed it! Noodles sound like a great pairing with this dish. 🤗

  53. 2 stars
    I dunno how you can call this authentic beef paprikash, but it worked out ok. My babushka would be shocked.

    1. 3 stars
      I totally get you! My grandma makes the best paprikash, and this just doesn’t compare. But hey, it can still be tasty I guess!

    2. 4 stars
      Authentic? Nah, not really. But if it tasted good, that’s what matters! 🙌

  54. User avatar mose.heidenreich says:

    3 stars
    Followed the recipe exactly but mine came out kinda bland… anyone else have this problem?

  55. User avatar rey.torp says:

    5 stars
    This was so delicious! The paprika really makes it pop. Will be making it again for sure!

  56. User avatar lucrecia.hane says:

    5 stars
    This was amazing! The flavor was spot on. I added some extra paprika because I love it spicy! 😍

  57. User avatar Tamiko Ernser says:

    5 stars
    This recipe is so good! It’s rich and flavorful. My family loved it.

    1. User avatar hassan.schaden says:

      5 stars
      I totally agree! Best recipe ever! We’re making it again this weekend.

    2. User avatar leatha.kemmer55 says:

      3 stars
      I dunno, my beef got kinda tough. Maybe I cooked it too long? 🤔

  58. User avatar steve_maga says:

    3 stars
    Can you use chicken instead of beef? I don’t eat beef.

  59. User avatar w00d_ch0p says:

    3 stars
    Where’s the garlic? Should have added some for real flavor!

  60. 3 stars
    Not bad but it didn’t turn out as thick as I hoped. Maybe I should have let it cook longer? 🤔

    1. User avatar liberal.hero says:

      5 stars
      Yeah, cooking it longer can really help! Maybe try simmering it without the lid next time? That might thicken it up. 😊

    2. 3 stars
      I dunno, maybe you used too much broth? It should’ve been thick, but I guess it depends on the heat too. 🤷‍♂️

  61. User avatar Ford Prefect says:

    1 star
    I think this dish would taste better if it was served cold. Just my opinion! 😅

  62. User avatar dayna.graham1962 says:

    5 stars
    Yum! But I forgot the flour and it still turned out fine. Enjoyed every bite!

  63. User avatar stacey.nolan36 says:

    1 star
    Absolutely hate how long it takes to cook. Can’t be bothered for 1 whole hour!

  64. User avatar Meriadoc Brandybuck says:

    5 stars
    Best recipe ever! I’ve made it 3 times already, yum!

  65. User avatar shaneka.rippin says:

    3 stars
    I don’t know, seemed too greasy. I think less oil next time might help. ⭐⭐⭐

  66. 5 stars
    This was amazing! So flavorful and the beef was so tender. My family loved it. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

  67. 4 stars
    I added some potatoes to the beef. Can I say its like doubble delicious? 😁⭐⭐⭐⭐

  68. User avatar kyle.powlowski22 says:

    4 stars
    Great comfort food! Perfect for a winter night. My husband says it’s a keeper. ⭐⭐⭐⭐

  69. User avatar althea.doyle says:

    2 stars
    Followed the recipe exactly and it was too bland. Needs more seasoning for sure.

    1. User avatar doug.deckow says:

      4 stars
      I found the same thing! Definitely add more salt and pepper next time. Maybe even some garlic!

    2. 2 stars
      Bland? No way! Paprika is full of flavor. Maybe you just missed the right balance?

  70. 3 stars
    It turned out ok, but my beef was too chewy. Maybe I overcooked it?

  71. User avatar jacelyn.williamson says:

    2 stars
    Why use flour at the end? I just add sour cream directly, tastes better that way!

  72. User avatar oPandariaNo says:

    5 stars
    Wow, who knew paprika could make such a diff. My kids ask for it every week now!

  73. User avatar Savanna Nicolas MD says:

    5 stars
    This was amazing! The flavors were on point. My family loved it!

    1. User avatar The Allitnils says:

      5 stars
      So glad to hear that! This dish is truly a family favorite. Gotta love those flavors coming together! 😊

  74. 4 stars
    Simple and quick! I used chicken instead of beef. Still great! 👍

    1. User avatar smartestRedditor says:

      2 stars
      But it’s called Beef Paprikash for a reason! Chicken ain’t the same. 😒

    2. User avatar edgar.simonis12 says:

      4 stars
      Using chicken sounds interesting! I might try that next time. Glad it worked out for you! 😊

  75. User avatar lakeesha.walker1994 says:

    2 stars
    Wasn’t what I expected. Seemed too basic. I will add more spices next time.

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