Beef Stroganoff (2024)

The most amazing Beef Stroganoff you will ever have! Goldenseared juicy beef strips smothered in an incredible sour cream mushroom gravy, this Beef Stroganoff recipe is an easy 30 minute recipe.

Never suffer through dry chewy beef or bland Stroganoff sauce again – this recipe delivers!!

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Beef Stroganoff

If you’ve ever chewed your way through dry, overcooked beef, you’re going to LOVE this Beef Stroganoff recipe!Just two simple rules for juicy, tender beef:

  1. using the right cut; and

  2. the 30 Second Sear ( <– PS I totally made up this name)

The first rule is fairly self explanatory – for a quick cooking recipe like Beef Stroganoff, you can’t get away with using a better value tough cut like chuck beef.

Sure, you could do a slow cooker stroganoff.

But if you want to make this retro classic the way it’s intended and to experience all that Beef Stroganoff is when the beef is tender, juicy perfection, then there’s no getting around the fact that you will need a good quality steak that’s nicely marbled with fat.

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I know, I know, you see juicy steaks like the rib eyes above and your instinct is to throw them on the barbie.

I hear you. I have to fight the urge myself. But then I remember that sour cream mushroom gravy, and I remind myself that theonly way to experience a truly great stroganoff is to use a good steak, and it’s all good. We proceed with no regrets.

What cut of beef is best for stroganoff?

The best cuts of beef for stroganoff are tender, juicy cuts such as:

  • boneless rib eye – also called scotch fillet (pictured above)

  • boneless sirloin

  • sirloin steak tips

  • beef tenderloin

Some recipes recommend beef round steak (aka topside) whichI do not recommend. The beef flavour is ok but but it’s not a good cut for fast cooking like in stroganoff, it’s dry with an unpleasant texture. It’s best slow cooked.

Want to use stewing beef?

Make this Slow Cooked Stroganoff with tender fall apart chunks of beef!

And now, the 2nd secret to never suffer through dry beef in stroganoff again……

The 30 second sear

Thin strips of beef overcook in a flash. But forgoing the sear would be a blasphemy (in my books). Sear = flavour on both the beef AND in the gravy.

Therefore, there is only one way around this. A super quick sear in a smoking hot skillet. And when I saysuper quick, I truly mean it. 30 seconds on each side, if you miss some pink bits too bad! GET IT OUT OF THE SKILLET!!!

The beef will still be raw at this stage but don’t worry! It finishes cooking in the gravy at the end.

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What is stroganoff sauce made of?

Stroganoff sauce is a sour cream gravy made with beef broth that’s thickened with flour. It’s flavoured with mustard and has mushrooms in it.

I love the pale brown creamy colour against the deep golden brown seared beef!

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If you happen to have leftovers or are meal prepping, beef stroganoff will keep for 3 to 4 days in the fridge. But be very careful when reheating not to overcook the beef!

Wondering you if you can freeze beef stroganoff?

Yes you can! The sour cream won’t separate or congeal. Thaw, then reheat – be very careful not to overcook the beef when reheating.

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What to serve with beef stroganoff

Serve it over noodles, pasta or mash –anything that’s a suitable vehicle to slop up all that gorgeous mushroom gravy. Try cauliflower mash for a low carb alternative!

If using noodles or pasta, I recommend using a short pasta. It just makes it easier to eat, ensuring you get a bit of everything withplenty of that sauce in every bite!

Dinner – on the table in 30 minutes. EVERYONE WILL LOVE THIS!!! – Nagi x

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Beef Stroganoff

Author: Nagi

Prep: 15 minutes mins

Cook: 15 minutes mins

Total: 30 minutes mins

Main

Russian, Western

4.92 from 441 votes

Servings4 - 5 people

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RECIPE VIDEO ABOVE. Juicy strips of beef smothered in a sour cream mushroom gravy - a quick dinner everyone will love! KEY STEPS: Sear beef super quickly for maximum juiciness and use a large skillet (for quick sear + fast sauce reduction).Stroganoff calls for good beef but if you only have a budget cut, use this easy Chinese method to tenderise the beef (it's called "velveting"). It's life changing - and perfect for Stroganoff.

Ingredients

  • 600 g / 1.2 lb scotch fillet steak / boneless rib eye (Note 1)
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil , divided
  • 1 large onion (or 2 small onions), sliced
  • 300 g / 10 oz mushrooms , sliced (not too thin)
  • 40 g / 3 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp flour (Note 2)
  • 2 cups / 500 ml beef broth , preferably salt reduced
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 150 ml / 2/3 cup sour cream
  • Salt and pepper

Serving:

  • 250 - 300 g / 8 - 10 oz pasta or egg noodles of choice (Note 3)
  • Chopped chives , for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Use your fist (or rolling pin or mallet) to flatten the steaks to about 3/4cm / 1/3" thick. Slice into 5mm / 1/5" strips (cut long ones in half), discarding excess fat.

  • Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper.

  • Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over high heat. Scatter half the beef in the skillet, QUICKLY spread it with tongs. Leave untouched for 30 seconds until browned. Turn beef quickly (as best you can!). Leave untouched for 30 seconds to brown. Immediately remove onto a plate. Don't worry about pink bits and that it will be raw inside.

  • Add remaining 1 tbsp oil and repeat with remaining beef.

  • Turn heat down to medium high. Add butter, melt. Then add onions, cook for 1 minute, then add mushrooms.

  • Cook mushrooms until golden. Scrape bottom of fry pan to get all the golden bits off (this is flavour!).

  • Add flour, cook, stirring, for 1 minute.

  • Add half the broth while stirring. Once incorporated, add remaining broth.

  • Stir, then add sour cream and mustard. Stir until incorporated (don't worry if it looks split, sour cream will "melt" as it heats).

  • Bring to simmer ,then reduce heat to medium low. Once it thickens to the consistency of pouring cream (3 - 5 minutes), adjust salt and pepper to taste.

  • Add beef back in (including plate juices). Simmer for 1 minute, then remove from stove immediately. (Note 4)

  • Serve over pasta or egg noodles, sprinkled with chives if desired.

Recipe Notes:

1. Best cut of beef for stroganoff - use decent to good quality quick cooking cut of beef such as:

  • boneless rib eye (aka scotch fillet)
  • boneless sirloin,sirloin steak tips
  • beef tenderloin

I don't recommend:beef round steak (aka topside), skirt, flat iron, hanger.

Pork can also be used - pork stroganoff is found in Russia too.

Tenderise ECONOMICAL BEEF -if you do not have a good quality steak, highly recommend tenderising it using this easy Chinese method called "velveting". It's life changing! Reader the user feedback in that recipe for validation 🙂

2. Flour - any is fine here, I use plain white flour (all purpose). Or use 1 tbsp cornstarch / cornflour (for Gluten free stroganoff sauce)

3. Serving - I like serving this with short pastas, rather than long pastas. Easier to eat. It's also great with mashed potato, rice, polenta - anything that's suitable to slop up all that gravy!

4. Sauce thickness: You can make sauce thinner with touch of water if you want, but DO NOT keep simmering to thicken once the beef is added, it will overcook the beef.

5. Storage - 3 to 4 days in the fridge, also freezes fine. Thaw fully then reheat carefully, being sure not to overcook the beef!

6. Nutrition per serving, assuming 5 servings (serves 4 hearty servings or 5 sensible servings), excludes pasta.

Nutrition Information:

Serving: 243gCalories: 586cal (29%)Carbohydrates: 9g (3%)Protein: 37g (74%)Fat: 44g (68%)Saturated Fat: 24g (150%)Cholesterol: 125mg (42%)Sodium: 449mg (20%)Potassium: 1035mg (30%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 3g (3%)Vitamin A: 485IU (10%)Vitamin C: 4mg (5%)Calcium: 57mg (6%)Iron: 3.7mg (21%)

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Beef Stroganoff recipe originally published January 2018, updated March 2019 for housekeeping matters, no change to recipe (becausereaders love it as it is!).

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FAQs

What can I add to stroganoff for more flavor? ›

Quartered mushrooms and a combination of pearl onions and shallots give the finished dish a more interesting texture and flavor.

What to add to Hamburger Helper stroganoff to make it taste better? ›

I'm not big on mushrooms and the like, so my usual goto of spicing it up is to add the meat, then garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, pinch of paprika(sometimes none), small amount of cavenders, and occasionally, if Im in a sweet mood, brown sugar.

What is the sauce in beef stroganoff made of? ›

What is stroganoff sauce made of? Stroganoff sauce is a sour cream gravy made with beef broth that's thickened with flour. It's flavoured with mustard and has mushrooms in it. I love the pale brown creamy colour against the deep golden brown seared beef!

How do you add sour cream to stroganoff without curdling? ›

You are combining essentially what is a hot stew and cold sour cream out of the fridge. This is what causes the cream to curdle. I like to err of the side of caution and I let the pot and its contents cool completely, then I stir through the sour cream, no more curdling!

How to keep meat tender in beef stroganoff? ›

The "secret" in this recipe that makes it so special is treatment of the meat with the baking soda. It ensures a wonderfully tender and velvety beef (you can use the same process with your Mongolian Beef recipe to get the same texture that the restaurants achieve).

What is the best way to thicken stroganoff? ›

One way to thicken beef stroganoff is with flour or cornstarch. These are both common cooking ingredients that will help create an excellent thickening agent for beef stroganoff recipes.

How do you amp up Hamburger Helper stroganoff? ›

Add Your Own Twist! Elevate the comfort! Stir in cooked fresh mushrooms and a dollop of sour cream just before serving. Sprinkle with chopped fresh or dried parsley.

What can I use in stroganoff instead of sour cream? ›

Greek yogurt is a healthy alternative to the traditionally used sour cream in beef stroganoff recipes, so you can be confident that your family is getting a satisfying, healthy meal. Fresh dill and paprika will provide a sweet, slightly smoky garnish to top off the dish.

What if I add too much liquid to my beef stroganoff? ›

Cornstarch is a reliable and widely used thickening agent, that works in sauces, gravies, and soups. Composed of a long chain of starch molecules, it has the ability to absorb water and form a gel-like consistency, giving your beef stroganoff the desired thickness without altering the way it tastes.

What can I use instead of Worcestershire sauce in stroganoff? ›

9 Worcestershire Sauce Substitutes That Get the Job Done
  1. DIY Imitation Blend.
  2. Reduced Balsamic Vinegar.
  3. Soy Sauce.
  4. Miso Paste.
  5. Oyster Sauce.
  6. Anchovy Paste.
  7. Red Wine.
  8. A1 Steak Sauce.
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What is a good side dish for beef stroganoff? ›

Serving over egg noodles is how Ukrainians remember it, but it can also pair wonderfully with other types of pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. Beef Stroganoff's ingredients are more varied than the standard ones, such as beef, onions, and creamy mushroom soup.

What is the best cut of meat for beef stroganoff? ›

Popular choices include boneless ribeye, sirloin, and tenderloin. You can technically make beef stroganoff with any beef, but the reason why chefs choose tender cuts is that stroganoff involves flash-frying thin strips of meat before cooking them briefly in a sauce.

How do you stop cream curdling in beef stroganoff? ›

How do you keep sour cream from curdling in beef stroganoff? Remove some of the liquid from your stroganoff and allow it to cool. In a small bowl, take several tablespoons of the sour cream (or however much you require) and then add a teaspoon of the cooled liquid from the stew.

Does beef stroganoff contain paprika? ›

Once the steaks are cooked and resting, we sauté the mushrooms and onions. And then it's sauce time! A splash of brandy, a couple cups of beef broth, some mustard and paprika, Worcestershire sauce and sour cream.

Can I use yogurt instead of sour cream? ›

Yogurt is your best substitute for sour cream. Whether you're baking or making a dip or sauce, yogurt is a 1:1 sub. That means if your recipe calls for 1 cup of sour cream, you can replace it with 1 cup of yogurt. Full-fat Greek or natural yogurts work best, but low-fat or even nonfat can be used, too.

How can I make my dishes more flavorful? ›

Acidic ingredients help lift and balance flavor. Use small amounts of ingredients with bold flavors such as pomegranate seeds, chipotle pepper or cilantro. Give a flavor burst with condiments such as horseradish, flavored mustard, chutney, wasabi, bean purees, tapenade and salsas of all kinds.

Does sour cream add flavor? ›

The lactic acid bacteria increases the thickness of the cream and adds its characteristic tangy flavor. You can use sour cream as an ingredient to add an acidic flavor to sweet and savory meals. There are different types of sour cream.

How do you get mighty stroganoff? ›

Meef Stroganoff is an item added by the Twilight Forest mod. It can drop from the Minotaurs and Minoshroom, as well as being found in Labyrinth chests. This food item cannot be crafted and can only be found.

What can you add to a can of Manwich to make it taste better? ›

5 Easy Ways to Doctor up Manwich Sloppy Joes to Improve Taste
  1. Produce.
  2. • 1/4 tsp Garlic powder.
  3. • 1/2 Green bell pepper.
  4. • 1 Large or 2 small jalapeno peppers.
  5. • 1 Onion, medium white or yellow.
  6. • 1 Pickled jalapenos.

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