Traditional Croatian Goulash

• Beef1 lb
• Onions2 chopped
• Carrots2 chopped
• Garlic2 cloves
• Bay Leaf2
• Red Wine¾ cups
• Water8½ cups
• Mustard3 tbs
• Salt1tbsp
• Pepper1/2 tsp
• Paprika1/2 tsp
• Vegetable Oil2 tbs

Instructions

1. 1

   Clean the meat from the veins if there are some and cut it into smaller pieces, 3 × 3 cm.

2. 2

   Marinate the meat in the mustard and spices and let it sit in the refrigerator for one hour Heat one tablespoon of pork fat or vegetable oil in a pot and fry the meat on all sides until it gets browned.

3. 3

   Once the meat is cooked, transfer it to a plate and add another tablespoon of fat to the pot Cut the onions very fine, peel the carrots and shred it using a grater.

4. 4

   Cook the onions and carrots over low heat for 15 minutes.

5. 5

   You can salt the vegetables a little to make them soften faster Once the vegetables have browned and become slightly mushy, add the meat and bay leaves and garlic.

6. 6

   Pour over with wine and simmer for 10-15 minutes to allow the alcohol to evaporate.

7. 7

   Now is the right time to add 2/3 the amount of liquid Cover the pot and cook over low heat for an hour, stirring occasionally.

8. 8

   After the first hour, pour over the rest of the water or stock and cook for another 30-45 minutes Allow the stew to cool slightly and serve it with a sprinkle of chopped parsley and few slices of fresh hot pepper if you like to spice it up a bit Slice ​​some fresh bread, season the salad and simply enjoying these wonderful flavors