Easy Beef Stroganoff
This beef stroganoff is a quick and easy favorite with tender chunks of beef, mushrooms in a rich sour cream gravy.
This dish is traditionally served over egg noodles for the perfect meal.
An Easy Favorite
Beef stroganoff is a dish originating from Russia. Traditionally if contains chunks of beef in a sour cream sauce (sometimes with a bit of tomato sauce or mustard). There are many variations of this dish and this one is a favorite!
- We love that is a quick weeknight meal!
- The cooking method in this recipe ensures extra tender beef every time.
- The addition of mushrooms and onions adds lots of savory flavor!
- It can be served over egg noodles (or mashed potatoes or rice)!
Beef for Stroganoff
- The best kind of beef for stroganoff is either sirloin steak or ribeye (or any tender marbled steak).
- Cut strips about 1/2″ thick, so the beef can brown without overcooking.
- Brown the beef at a medium-high temperature but don’t cook it all the way through (it’s steak, it can be pink inside).
- Brown in small batches, if you overcrowd the pan, it’ll steam and won’t get a nice crust.
How to Make Beef Stroganoff
- Sear the beef and set it aside.
- Saute veggies. Soften onions and mushrooms. Add broth and herbs and simmer.
- Thicken the sauce with a bit of cornstarch and stir in sour cream.
- Serve over egg noodles.
Tips for Perfection
- Add flour to the mushrooms to help thicken the stroganoff sauce.
- Cook the flour for a minute or two (like when you make a roux) to get rid of starchy flavor.
- Thicken the mixture further with a cornstarch slurry if needed (combine equal parts cornstarch and water and add to boiling sauce a little at a time).
- Add sour cream at the end and just heat it. Boiling sour cream can cause it to curdle.
What to Serve with Beef Stroganoff
This recipe is traditionally served over egg noodles but other great sides include:
If you’d like to add in a veggie, simple steamed broccoli with butter, green peas or roasted asparagus make great options!
Got Leftovers?
- reheat on the stove or in the microwave.
- Heat just until warmed so the beef doesn’t overcook
To Freeze Beef Stroganoff Place in portioned containers and seal well. Defrost in the refrigerator overnight and heat on the stove or microwave. Freeze this recipe without egg noodles as pasta tends to get mushy in the freezer.
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Easy Beef Stroganoff
This easy beef stroganoff recipe is one of the easiest and tastiest things you can make for the family on a busy weeknight!
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Toss beef with 1 tablespoon flour, salt & pepper. Shake off excess flour.
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Heat olive oil over medium high heat in a saucepan. Brown beef in small batches until lightly browned, about 1 minute on each side. Remove from pan and set aside.
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Reduce heat to medium and add butter & onion. Cook until softened, about 4-5 minutes.
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Add mushrooms & garlic and cook until softened, about 4 minutes more. Stir in 2 tablespoons of flour and cook 1 minute.
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Add broth, Worcestershire sauce, dijon mustard, and thyme. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. (You can thicken the sauce further if desired, see note).
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Add beef (with any juices). Cook 2 minutes more or just until heated through. Stir in sour cream.
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Season with salt & pepper and serve over egg noodles and garnish with parsley.
- Brown the beef at a medium-high temperature but don’t cook it all the way through (it’s steak, it can be pink inside).
- Brown in small batches, if the pan is overcrowded, it’ll steam and won’t get a nice crust.
- Thicken the sauce if needed with a cornstarch slurry (combine equal parts cornstarch and water and add to boiling sauce a little at a time).
- Add sour cream at the end and just heat it. Boiling sour cream can cause it to curdle.
- Reheat it on low if needed.
Calories: 453, Carbohydrates: 12g, Protein: 43g, Fat: 25g, Saturated Fat: 13g, Cholesterol: 148mg, Sodium: 761mg, Potassium: 1092mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 530IU, Vitamin C: 4.6mg, Calcium: 107mg, Iron: 3.8mg
(Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.)
Keyword beef stroganoff, beef stroganoff recipe, how to make beef stroganoff
Course Beef, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
