What: Guláš is goulash—a rich, slow-cooked meat-and-vegetable stew, seasoned primarily with sweet paprika, that's everywhere in Prague—and. with a nod to Hungary, where goulash is king, the Czech Republic (and Prague) is awash in the stuff (the two countries were once a part of the same empire, after all).
Czech goulash differs from Hungarian goulash, of course. It tends to be milder and beefier, with fewer vegetables than its Hungarian counterpart; it’s sometimes made with beer, and it’s always served with houskové knedlíky, the ubiquitous Czech bread dumplings, not noodles, potatoes, nor sour cream. And it’s not goulash soup—that’s also common around here, but it’s more a Hungarian thing. Goulash quality varies wildly by pub, but when you find a good one, there’s nothing better to pair with your pilsner. You really can't come to Prague without eating goulash at least once!
Where: Of the multitude of goulashes we tried, we preferred the one at Kolkovna (multiple locations including V Kolkovně 8, Praha 1, map), the original branch of a local Pilsner Urquell-affiliated chain that began here in 2001 with the goal of celebrating traditional Czech food. The Kolkovna restaurants are on the tourist radar (and have the slightly higher prices to prove it), but they do a good job with the food and beer, which is fresh, unpasteurized pilsner from the tank.
When: Daily, 11am-midnight
Order: The Plzeňský guláš (175 CZK) or Pilsen goulash, named for the town of Pilsen (not, according to our server, actually made with any pilsner). Here was delicious fork-tender beef and a rich, dark gravy, with a handy pile of raw onions and hot red peppers on top. Instead of the usual four bread dumplings, you get two plus two tasty bramboráčky (fried potato pancakes)—this is a nontraditional move, albeit one that offered a little variety, and we didn’t mind it at all.
Alternatively: Everyone seems to have his or her own favorite goulash in Prague, so it’s worthwhile to ask around. We also liked the version at the Staropramen-owned pub chain Potrefená husa (multiple locations including the original at Vinohradská 104, Praha 3, map), though it added more nontraditional elements (sliced scallions, grated horseradish, delicious karlovarské knedlíky, or Carlsbad-style bread dumplings; pic). Based on the quality of its goulash soup (pic) and svíčková na smetaně, we’d hazard a guess that Sokolovna (Slezská 22/821, Praha 2, map) makes a mean goulash too.
FAQs
The Hungarian word for this delicious dish is gulyáshús, from gulyás, "herdsman," and hús, "meat." Historically, goulash was a stew cooked by shepherds using lamb or beef. The paprika came later, but today it's a vital part of an authentic goulash.
What is true goulash made of? ›
The base is a thick beef stew, water, potatoes, some vegetables(carrot, kohlrabi, parsley root, celery root) small dumplings (eggs/flour/water), salt, black pepper, paprika, cumin, bay leaves, fatty bacon or lard.
Where is guláš popular the most? ›
Originating in Hungary, goulash is a common meal predominantly eaten in Central Europe but also in other parts of Europe. It is one of the national dishes of Hungary and a symbol of the country.
How to make Goulash quest? ›
The Goulash recipe requires two pieces of Chilled Meat, two carrots, and one tomato to create. Once players give the finished meal to Harris, they will need to find him at 18:00 in the game's in-game time. Talking to him at this point will complete Ah, Fresh Meat.
What is the recipe for the only truth Genshin? ›
The Only Truth is a Special Dish that the player has a chance to obtain by cooking Katsu Sandwich with Shikanoin Heizou. The recipe for Katsu Sandwich is obtainable from Ryouko for 2,500 Mora. The Only Truth increases all party members' ATK by 114 for 300 seconds.
What is goulash called in America? ›
American goulash, sometimes called slumgullion, is an American comfort food dish, similar to American chop suey.
What is a goulash slang? ›
goulash in American English
2. a heterogeneous mixture; hodgepodge; jumble.
How spicy is Hungarian food? ›
Hungarian cuisine has been described as being the spiciest cuisine in Europe. This can largely be attributed to the use of their piquant native spice, Hungarian paprika, in many of their dishes. A mild version of the spice, Hungarian sweet paprika, is commonly used as an alternative.
What food is Hungary known for? ›
LET'S EAT! HUNGARIAN DISHES WE RECOMMEND YOU TO TRY
- Gulyásleves (goulash soup)
- Halászlé (a famous hot and spicy fish soup with hot paprika)
- Chicken Paprikash called Csirkepaprikás (a stew with a lot of sweet paprika, cream or sour cream)
- Hideg meggyleves (cherry soup served cold and sweet)
Serve with traditional accompaniments: Serve Hungarian goulash with traditional accompaniments such as bread, egg noodles, or dumplings. A dollop of sour cream and chopped fresh parsley or chives is also a popular garnish.
Hungarian Goulash is a thick meat and vegetable stew with a broth that's heavily seasoned with paprika, while American Goulash is a quick dish made from ground beef, tomato sauce, herbs, and elbow macaroni noodles. It also goes by the name of American Chop Suey.
What to drink with Hungarian goulash? ›
Rioja pairs well with traditional goulash as it's fruity, earthy, and robust. The paprika in goulash gives it a spicy and savoury punch that needs to be stood up to, and Rioja does just that! Rioja Crianza is usually the best type of Rioja to go for with goulash.
Do they eat goulash in Ukraine? ›
“It is both a general term for stews and for the specific dish from the Hungarian kitchen. In Ukrainian cuisine, it is a stew of beef or veal with onions, paprika, pan jus, and broth thickened with flour.” Salamon, who is second-generation Hungarian American, also departs from the original in his version.
What's the difference between goulash and paprikash? ›
Both paprikash and goulash are paprika-based stews, but goulash is made with beef and vegetables, while paprikash is most typically made with chicken. Recipes vary, but goulash is usually not thickened with flour like paprikash is, and goulash typically isn't enriched with cream or sour cream.
How do you make Genshin ingredients? ›
This can be done via the cooking menu. It will automatically pull up the Recipes tab, but if you slide along one it will bring up Processing. Here, you can select the ingredient you want to make, provided you have whatever is required for it.
What is the gorou Special Dish in genshin? ›
Victorious Legend is a Special Dish that the player has a chance to obtain by cooking Tonkotsu Ramen with Gorou. The recipe for Tonkotsu Ramen is available from Shimura Kanbei in Inazuma City for 5,500 Mora.
Where are the cooking ingredients in Genshin impact? ›
Cooking Ingredients are items that can be used to create Food through Cooking. They can be purchased at General Goods shops, found in the wild, obtained through Processing of other items, found during Expeditions, or grown using Gardening. Many cooking ingredients are also Local Specialties.
How to make red bolognese genshin? ›
The recipe for Flaming Red Bolognese is obtainable from Good Hunter for 2,500 Mora after reaching Adventure Rank 20. Depending on the quality, Flaming Red Bolognese restores 18/20/22% of Max HP to the selected character and regenerates 300/390/470 HP every 5 seconds for 30 seconds.
