Instant Pot Goulash
Ingredients
- 1 lbground beef
- 1 largeonion
- 3 clovesgarlic
- 30 oztomato sauce
- 30 ozdiced tomatoes
- 2 tbspitalian seasoning
- 2 tbspworcestershire sauce
or 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 celbow noodles
see notes
- 2 cbeef broth
or water
- 3bay leaves
- 2 tspsugar
- salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- 1
Turn the Instant Pot onto saute. When hot, add ground beef garlic, salt, pepper, and onion. Cook until meat is browned.
- 2
When meat is browned drain fat then add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, soy sauce, water, noodles, and bay leaves. Do not stir.
- 3
Set your Instant Pot to manual high pressure for 3 minutes.
- 4
Once the timer has finished, quick release the pressure.
- 5
Take out bay leaves and stir.
- 6
Top with parmesan cheese and enjoy!
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting, hearty meal that comes together quickly? This Instant Pot Goulash recipe is your answer for busy weeknights, delivering deep, satisfying flavors with minimal effort. It’s a true weeknight hero that doesn’t compromise on taste.
Why This Recipe Works
The magic of the Instant Pot transforms simple, wholesome ingredients into a robust goulash in record time. By utilizing the pressure cooker, you achieve that slow-simmered taste and tender ground beef without hours spent over the stove. It’s a quick and easy fix that makes weeknight cooking stress-free.
What to Expect
You'll discover a rich, savory goulash, bursting with the robust flavors of tomato, seasoned ground beef, and aromatic onion and garlic. The addition of Italian seasoning and bay leaves infuses every spoonful with classic warmth. Tender elbow noodles soak up all the delicious, savory sauce, making every bite satisfyingly hearty and perfectly balanced with a touch of sugar to enhance the tomato base. This fulfilling main course offers approximately 320 calories per serving, making it a satisfying and substantial meal.
Customization & Variations
This Instant Pot Goulash offers simple versatility. If you find yourself without Worcestershire sauce, you can confidently substitute it with 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, as noted in the recipe, to achieve a similar savory depth. Remember to adjust the salt and pepper to your personal taste before serving.
Serving & Context
Serve this hearty goulash hot, perhaps with a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired, or a simple side salad. It's the perfect comforting main course for a family dinner on a chilly evening.