Namibian Venison/Beef Goulash with Homemade Spätzle – Authentic Namibia Recipe

Ingredients for Namibian Venison/Beef Goulash with Homemade Spätzle (4 Servings)

• 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) braised beef or game cubes, prepped into bite-sized pieces
• 1.5 cups tender homemade egg noodles (spätzle), washed and trimmed
• 1 cup caramelized onions and red bell peppers
• 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with sweet and smoked paprika
• 1.5 tbsp traditional Namibia seasoning (caraway, marjoram, garlic, tomato paste)
• 2.5 cups rich culinary stock or aromatic cooking liquid, plus 2 tbsp cooking oil

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

1. Heat oil in a heavy Dutch oven or deep skillet over medium-high heat; brown braised beef or game cubes for 5 minutes.
2. Add minced onion, garlic, sweet and smoked paprika, and caraway, marjoram, garlic, tomato paste, stirring for 2 minutes until deeply aromatic.
3. Add tender homemade egg noodles (spätzle) and pour in the braising liquid; bring to a lively simmer.
4. Cover and braise over medium-low heat for 20–22 minutes until meltingly tender and the sauce is rich and glossy.
5. Stir in caramelized onions and red bell peppers right before serving warm.