Discover the ultimate comfort food with our Hearty Goulash with Smoked Sausage. This dish combines smoky sausage, tender potatoes, and a rich, flavorful sauce for a meal that’s sure to warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds. Perfect for a cozy family dinner, this goulash is both hearty and delicious.
Every time I prepare this Hearty Goulash with Smoked Sausage, it feels like a celebration at our house. My husband, a true fan of hearty meals, eagerly awaits dinner when he knows this goulash is on the menu. Our little ones also adore the smoky, savory flavors, making it a hit with everyone. This dish has quickly become a staple in our weekly meal rotation, always bringing us together for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Why This Hearty Goulash with Smoked Sausage?
What Makes This Recipe Special
- Smoky and Savory: The smoked sausage adds a rich, smoky flavor that elevates the entire dish.
- Comforting and Hearty: With tender potatoes and a flavorful sauce, this goulash is the perfect comfort food for any day of the week.
- Simple Ingredients: Made with common pantry staples, this recipe is both budget-friendly and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
- 400-450 grams (14-16 ounces) smoked sausage, sliced into medallions
- 2 tablespoons (28 grams) butter
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced or pressed
- Salt to taste
- 3/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
- 1.5 to 2 pounds (680-910 grams) medium-size red skin potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) thick circles (about 1.25 kg)
- 360 ml (1 1/2 cups) chicken stock
- 1/3 cup (8 grams) parsley, chopped
Directions
- Prepare the Sausage: Heat the olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the sliced smoked sausage and brown for a few minutes until deep brown in color. Remove the sausage from the pan and set aside.
- Caramelize the Onions: In the same pan, add the butter and let it melt. Add the sliced onions and caramelize them in the butter and sausage drippings for about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic, a couple of pinches of salt, freshly cracked black pepper, and paprika. Stir to combine and sauté for an additional 2 minutes.
- Cook the Potatoes: Add the sliced potatoes, chicken stock, and chopped parsley to the pan. Stir to combine. Cover the pan with a lid and simmer on medium-low heat for about 15 minutes. Uncover and let the potatoes simmer for an additional 10 minutes, or until they are tender and the sauce has thickened slightly, stirring occasionally.
- Combine and Serve: Add the browned smoked sausage back into the pan. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve the goulash hot and enjoy!
Notes:
- Substitutions: You can substitute the red skin potatoes with Yukon gold potatoes or russet potatoes if preferred.
- Cooking Tips: For an extra smoky flavor, use a smoked paprika instead of regular paprika.
- Nutritional Information: This dish is high in protein from the sausage and provides a good amount of vitamins from the potatoes and parsley.
