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Beef Stroganoff ingredients – beef strips, mushrooms, onion, garlic, sour cream, broth, noodles, mustard, butter

Beef Stroganoff – Creamy & Classic Comfort Food

Beef Stroganoff is a creamy and comforting dish of tender beef slices simmered in a mushroom and sour cream sauce, traditionally served over noodles. Beloved worldwide for its rich flavors and hearty texture, this recipe delivers a quick 45-minute dinner that feels both classic and indulgent. Perfect for family meals or cozy weeknights, it’s no wonder Beef Stroganoff has become a timeless favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Russian-inspired
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g beef sirloin or tenderloin, thinly sliced
  • 30 g all-purpose flour
  • 30 g unsalted butter
  • 30 ml olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 250 g mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 240 ml beef broth
  • 120 ml sour cream (full fat)
  • 3 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • 300 g egg noodles or pasta (to serve)

Equipment

  • Large skillet or sauté pan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife & cutting board
  • Pot for pasta

Method
 

  1. Prepare the beef: Slice the beef thinly across the grain. Pat dry, season with salt and pepper, then toss lightly in flour.
  2. Sear the beef: Heat 1 tbsp oil + 1 tbsp butter in a skillet. Sear beef quickly in batches until browned but not fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
    How to make Beef Stroganoff step 1 – searing beef strips in skillet with butter and oil
  3. Cook vegetables: In the same skillet, add remaining oil and butter. Sauté onion until soft, then add mushrooms and cook until golden. Stir in garlic.
  4. Make the sauce: Pour in beef broth, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well, scraping browned bits from the pan. Simmer for 5 minutes.
    How to make Beef Stroganoff step 3 – creamy mushroom sour cream sauce in skillet
  5. Finish with sour cream: Lower heat, stir in sour cream until smooth. Return beef to skillet, simmer gently for 2–3 minutes until warmed through.
    How to make Beef Stroganoff step 4 – beef strips simmering in creamy mushroom sauce with parsley
  6. Serve: Spoon Stroganoff over cooked egg noodles or pasta. Garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.
    Classic Beef Stroganoff final dish served over egg noodles with creamy mushroom sauce and parsley garnish

Notes

  • Use tender cuts of beef (sirloin, tenderloin) for best texture.
  • Don’t overcook the beef — sear quickly, finish in sauce.
  • Can be served with rice or mashed potatoes instead of pasta.
  • For richer flavor, add a splash of white wine when cooking mushrooms.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for 2 days; reheat gently over low heat.