Beef Stroganoff
Make the best Beef Stroganoff with tender beef, a rich creamy sauce, and bold flavors. A quick, comforting classic perfect for any dinner table!
Ingredients
Ingredients for Beef Stroganoff
- 1 ½ pounds beef sirloin or tenderloin thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 8 ounces cremini or white mushrooms sliced
- 1 cup beef broth low sodium
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika optional, for depth of flavor
- ¾ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water, for thickening
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
- Egg noodles mashed potatoes, or rice, for serving
Instructions
Instructions for Beef Stroganoff
Prepare the Beef:
- Pat the beef slices dry with a paper towel and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika (if using).
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Sear the beef in batches for about 1-2 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables:
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter.
- Add onions and mushrooms, cooking for 4-5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Make the Sauce:
- Pour in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard, stirring to combine.
- Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to develop.
- Thicken the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water to create a slurry.
- Stir it into the sauce and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add Sour Cream and Beef:
- Lower the heat and stir in sour cream, mixing until smooth.
- Return the beef to the pan and cook for another 2-3 minutes, just until heated through. Avoid overcooking to keep the meat tender.
- Serve and Garnish:
- Serve hot over egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy!