Thursday, May 17, 2012

Beef goulash and a big announcement!



Last week I mentioned that my life might be turned upside down for a while but it wasn't 100% confirmed yet. Well... now it has been. I am flying on Monday to the South of France to cook on board a yacht for four months. I kick off in Monaco for the Grand Prix and after that, I have no idea... but I have just bought a fabulous new camera with the expressed idea of taking loads of photos of my adventure.


I will be blogging whenever I get the time to write and the internet connection to upload! 


But on that note - I am absolutely knackered from trying to pack in as many bookings as I can before I leave, and am off to one in half an hour, so today's post is one which I really don't think needs much introduction.  Beef goulash, who doesn't love this hearty winter warmer!?



Slow braised beef goulash
Serves 6

1 Tbsp of olive oil
1 large onion, peeled and chopped
2 cloves of garlic, peeled and chopped
800g of beef goulash chunks
1 x 400ml can of tomatoes
50g of tomato paste              
250ml of beef stock
20g of dried mushrooms (porcini, chanterelle or shiitake are good)
1 cup of carrot, grated
½ tsp of black pepper
1 Tbsp of paprika
1 tsp of mild curry powder
1 tsp of mixed spice
2 tsp of salt (or to taste)
1 Tbsp of sugar (or to taste)

Heat the oil in a large pot and add the onions and garlic, frying them for a few minutes. Add the beef and brown the meat for few minutes. Add the all the remaining ingredients, except the salt and sugar, and leave on a very low simmer for 3 – 4 hours.  

Add water as needed while the stew is cooking so that it doesn’t dry out. Season with salt and sugar to taste and serve with rice, potatoes or crusty bread. 

6 comments:

  1. Oh!! How exciting! Bon voyage and best of luck - what an adventure lies ahead!! E xxx

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    1. Thanks Elaine! So many mixed emotions right now but am trying to focus on the excitement!

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  2. Oh wow, that sounds awesome... the boat part and the goulash. I hope you find your sea legs soon and have an adventure that nothing compares too. Lots of love Kelly

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    1. Thanks Kelly - I will be popping sea sick tabs like smarties - really hope I get over it quick!
      Been quite some time since I've been on an adventure, am really excited (a sh1t scared too ;-)!

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  3. Wow - what an incredible gastronomic adventure! Onboard a yacht in the South of France!! Bon voyage! Look forward to your blogs from that side!

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    1. I can't wait to explore the markets and stores there! Hope the frenchies aren't too rude to me ;-0!
      My camera is itching to get some Mediterranean light!

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