Sausage Goulash with Potatoes and Carrots: The Ultimate Comfort Food from the Thermomix 🥕
Do you also have those days when it's unpleasant outside and you long for a warm hug from the bowl, but have absolutely no desire to stand at the stove forever? 🍲
Exactly for these moments, this creamy sausage goulash with potatoes and carrots is your new best friend. We all know it: hunger is big, time is short, and you want something honest that makes the whole family happy without having to clean half the kitchen afterwards.
With this recipe, you conjure a real comfort dish on the table in just 40 minutes, which impresses with the perfect combination of tender vegetables and hearty sausages. 🕒 What makes this dish so special? It’s the unbeatable creaminess of the sauce that we thicken directly in the Thermomix while the vegetables are perfectly steamed.
It’s healthy, filling, and brings back that nostalgic childhood taste we love in stews. I still remember exactly how my grandma used to stand in the kitchen for hours – today our magic pot does the hard work while we set the table. ✨
Why this recipe is just perfect for your everyday life 🌟
- Minimal effort, maximum flavor: While the Thermomix steams, you have 30 minutes of kid-free (or simply relaxed) time.
- Little washing up: Thanks to the all-in-one method with Varoma and steaming basket, the sink stays almost empty. 🧼
- Perfect for meal prep: The goulash tastes even better warmed up the next day as the spices can really soak in.
- Absolutely flexible: Whether you take classic Nuremberg sausages or the vegetarian version – the result is always fantastic. 🌭
- Texture wonder: The potatoes are steamed to perfection – not too soft and not too firm – and the sauce caresses everything like a silky coat.
The ingredients for your family happiness 🛒
- 🥔 950 g potatoes (peeled and cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 🥕 600 g carrots (peeled and sliced)
- 💧 570 g water
- 🥘 ½ tbsp vegetable broth powder
- 🌭 2 packs sausages (approx. 360 g, e.g. veggie or Nuremberg)
- 🥛 150 g cooking cream (10% fat) or a plant-based alternative
- 🥛 150 g milk (or soy milk)
- 🌽 30 g cornstarch (cornflour)
- 🍯 1 tsp mustard (for the fine spice)
- 🌿 3 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 🧂 Salt and pepper to taste
Step-by-step to the perfect goulash 👨🍳
1
Preparation of the vegetables: First peel the potatoes and cut them into roughly equal pieces. Place these in the steaming basket. Cut the carrots into approx. 0.5 cm thick slices and spread them in the Varoma container and on the tray insert. Very important: leave a small hole in the middle of the Varoma so that the steam can circulate well! 🌬️
2
The cooking process: Now put 570 g of water and the broth powder into the mixing bowl. Insert the steaming basket, close the pot and place the prepared Varoma on top. Now relax: set the Thermomix to 30 min / Varoma / speed 1. The vegetables are now gently steamed. 🥕
3
The extra aroma: While the vegetables cook, cut the sausages into slices. My personal tip: briefly fry them in a pan with a drop of oil until golden brown. This creates wonderful roasted flavors that take the goulash to a whole new level! If you’re in a hurry, you can use them directly as they are. 🌭
4
Creating the magical sauce: As soon as time is up, remove the Varoma and steaming basket and set the vegetables aside. The cooking liquid remains in the mixing bowl! Now add cream, milk, cornstarch and mustard. Mix everything briefly for 5 sec / speed 5 to avoid lumps. 🌪️
5
The grand finale: Cook the sauce for 6 min / 90°C / speed 3 until creamy. Then stir in the fresh parsley with the spatula and season everything well. Put the potatoes, carrots and sausages back into the mixing bowl (or mix everything in a bowl). Gently fold and enjoy immediately! 🥣
Pro Tips and Problem Solutions 💡
🌟 Secrets for success:
- Potato choice: Use mainly waxy potatoes for the perfect bite.
- Fresh herbs: Don’t skimp on the parsley! It brings the needed freshness.
- Mustard kick: A spoonful of medium-hot mustard gives the sauce a wonderful depth. 🍯
❌ Common mistakes:
- Problem: The sauce is too thin. Cause: Starch not cooked hot enough. Solution: Cook again for 2 more minutes at 90°C / speed 3.
- Problem: Vegetables still too firm. Cause: Pieces too large or no steam passage. Solution: Extend cooking time by 5 minutes.
Variations and Personalizations 🌈
🔥 Spicy Version: Add a pinch of chili flakes to the sauce. This goes wonderfully with the sweetness of the carrots.
🌱 Vegan Version: Use vegan sausages, soy cream and oat milk. Tastes just as creamy and hearty!
🧀 Gourmet Version: Stir in 50 g grated cheddar at the end into the hot sauce for the ultimate cheese experience.
🧒 Kids-friendly Version: Cut the sausages into fun shapes. The mild sauce is a hit with kids! 👧👦
📦 Meal Prep Version: Prepare double the amount. The goulash keeps well in the fridge for 2-3 days.
Serving and Accompaniments 🍽️
Serve the goulash in deep, rustic bowls. An extra dollop of sour cream and a sprig of parsley make the dish a visual highlight. ✨ A piece of fresh rustic bread is ideal for soaking up the delicious sauce. A cold light beer or a juice spritzer goes well with it. It is the perfect meal for a cozy family evening or after a long day outdoors.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) ❓
Can I freeze the dish? Theoretically yes, but potatoes often change texture after thawing. Fresh or from the fridge tastes best.
Can I use other vegetables? Absolutely! Peas or kohlrabi fit wonderfully. Just pay attention to similar cooking times. 🥦
Do I really have to fry the sausages? No, but the roasted flavors make the goulash much heartier. It’s worth it! 🍳
Which sausages are best? Classic Nuremberg or Wienerle work great, as do their vegetarian counterparts.
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