Hungarian-style Bean Goulash

Hungarian-style Bean Goulash is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. This vegetarian version of the classic Hungarian goulash is made with beans, vegetables, and a blend of spices that will warm you up from the inside out.

To make this delicious dish, you will need the following ingredients per serving:

- 1/2 cup of dried white beans, soaked overnight
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 carrot, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon of caraway seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish

To start, drain the soaked beans and rinse them well. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion, bell pepper, and carrot until they are soft and fragrant. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
Next, add the tomato paste, smoked paprika, caraway seeds, thyme, and bay leaf to the pot and stir well. Add the beans and enough water to cover them by about an inch. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about an hour, or until the beans are tender.
Once the beans are cooked, remove the bay leaf and season the goulash with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
This Hungarian-style Bean Goulash is a perfect combination of savory and smoky flavors, with a rich and hearty texture that will satisfy your hunger and warm your soul. It is a great dish for vegetarians and meat-lovers alike, and it can be served as a main course or a side dish.
Type of dish: Vegetarian Goulash
Main ingredients: White beans, smoked paprika, caraway seeds