Description
A classic Old Fashioned Beef Stroganoff recipe featuring tender strips of beef sirloin seared and simmered in a creamy mushroom sauce, served over egg noodles or mashed potatoes. This comforting Russian-American main course is rich in flavor and perfect for a hearty family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Coating
- 1 ½ pounds beef sirloin or top round, thinly sliced into strips
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Cooking Fats and Aromatics
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Mushrooms and Sauce
- 8 ounces white or cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 cup sour cream
Serving and Garnish
- Egg noodles or mashed potatoes, for serving
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the beef: Lightly toss the thinly sliced beef with flour and a pinch of salt and pepper to coat the strips evenly.
- Sear the beef: Heat 1 tablespoon butter with olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef in batches and sear until browned on all sides, then remove the beef and set aside to prevent overcooking.
- Sauté aromatics: In the same skillet, melt the remaining tablespoon of butter and sauté the finely chopped onion until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook another minute until fragrant.
- Cook mushrooms: Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their juices and begin to brown, approximately 6 to 8 minutes, enhancing the sauce’s richness.
- Add tomato paste and liquids: Mix in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, then pour in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Stir well and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Simmer beef in sauce: Return the seared beef strips to the skillet. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 10–15 minutes until the beef is tender and flavors meld.
- Finish with sour cream: Lower the heat further and gently stir in the sour cream, warming it through without boiling to keep the creamy texture intact.
- Season and serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve the beef stroganoff over warm egg noodles or creamy mashed potatoes, garnished with chopped fresh parsley for a vibrant touch.
Notes
- Choose sirloin or top round for tender beef strips that cook quickly and stay moist.
- For a richer flavor, add a splash of dry white wine along with the beef broth when simmering.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream to reduce fat and calories while maintaining creaminess.
