Description
Hearty Russian beef stroganoff brings comfort and elegance to dinner tables with tender strips of beef simmered in a rich, creamy sauce. Sour cream and mushrooms blend perfectly, delivering a classic meal you’ll savor down to the last delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 lb (454 g) beef sirloin (thinly sliced)
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 8 oz (226 g) mushrooms (sliced)
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Cooking and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup (240 ml) beef broth
- 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Serving Options:
- Egg noodles
- Mashed potatoes
- Rice
Instructions
- Prepare a spacious skillet by warming olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Quickly sear beef strips, ensuring each side develops a rich, caramelized exterior, approximately 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer meat to a separate plate, preserving its juicy texture.
- Reduce heat to medium and introduce finely chopped onions and minced garlic into the same skillet, cooking until onions become translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet, allowing them to release moisture and develop a golden-brown color, stirring occasionally for 4-5 minutes.
- Gently return seared beef strips to the skillet, maintaining their tenderness and allowing flavors to meld.
- Pour in beef broth and Dijon mustard, creating a rich, savory sauce. Simmer gently for 4-5 minutes, allowing the liquid to reduce and intensify.
- Remove skillet from heat and fold in smooth, creamy sour cream, ensuring a velvety consistency without curdling.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the dish’s depth of flavor.
- Plate over steamed white rice, egg noodles, or roasted potatoes for a hearty meal.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a bright, herbaceous finish.
Notes
- Grab extra flavor by letting beef marinate in Worcestershire sauce for 30 minutes before cooking for deeper taste complexity.
- Slice beef against the grain to ensure maximum tenderness and easier chewing during every delightful bite.
- Choose high-quality, well-marbled beef cuts like sirloin or ribeye for the most succulent stroganoff experience.
- Control skillet temperature carefully to prevent beef from becoming tough or overcooked, maintaining its juicy texture.
- Swap traditional sour cream with Greek yogurt for a healthier twist without compromising the classic creamy richness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking, Sautéing, Simmering, Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Russian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 115mg