Hungarian Goulash is a thick meat and vegetable stew with a broth that’s heavily seasoned with paprika, while American Goulash is a quick dish made from ground beef, tomato sauce, herbs, and elbow macaroni noodles. Goulash comes from the Hungarian word gulyáshús which means “meat prepared by cattleman” and it’s a dish that dates back to the 9th century. What Is the Difference Between Hungarian Goulash and American Goulash? (Looking for more budget-friendly ground beef dinner ideas? Check out my Korean Beef Bowls, Italian Rice Ball Skillet, and Hamburger Soup!) Every time I make it, I ask myself, “ Is this really it? Am I missing a step?” NOPE! it really is that simple. This easy and economical ground beef goulash recipe cooks is a family friendly one-pot meal made with ingredients I always have on hand - plus it goes from stovetop to table in under 30 minutes. Translation: I am constantly looking for ways to stretch a pack of ground beef, and my American Goulash recipe is the perfect way to do it! We’ve reached the “ 1 pound of meat isn’t cutting it for our family of 5 anymore” portion of the program.
