Easy Beef Stroganoff Recipe
Tender beef strips simmered in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce and served over egg noodles or rice. This Easy Beef Stroganoff is comforting, flavorful, and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or family meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef sirloin or tenderloin thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 8 oz mushrooms sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp all purpose flour
- 1 cup sour cream full-fat for best flavor
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
- Egg noodles mashed potatoes, or rice for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef and Vegetables
- Pat the beef strips dry with a paper towel. This helps them brown nicely instead of steaming. Slice the onions and mushrooms so they cook evenly.
- Brown the Beef
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Sear the beef strips quickly until just browned on the outside, about 1-2 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and set aside. Don’t overcook at this stage the beef will finish cooking later.
- Cook the Vegetables
- Add butter to the skillet, then sauté onions and mushrooms until soft and golden. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Make the Sauce
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir well. Slowly pour in the beef broth while whisking to prevent lumps. Add Worcestershire sauce and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Add the Sour Cream and Beef
- Lower the heat and stir in the sour cream until smooth. Return the beef to the skillet, mix well, and cook for 2-3 more minutes until heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce.
- Use fresh mushrooms for the best taste and texture.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter option.