Main:

• 2 lbs (900g) beef chuck, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
• 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tbsp sweet paprika
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp hot paprika or cayenne (optional)
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 cup dry red wine
• 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
• 1 tsp caraway seeds, lightly crushed
• 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp dried marjoram
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 3 tbsp lard, clarified butter, or vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (added at finish)

Optional:

• 2 medium bell peppers, diced
• 1 medium tomato, peeled and diced
• Fresh flat-leaf parsley for garnish
• Sour cream for serving