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    Home » Recipes » Dinner

    Classic Beef Stroganoff

    Published: February 9, 2023 · Updated: February 9, 2023 · By: Krissy · 3 Comments
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    This Classic Beef Stroganoff recipe is made with tender bites of beef sirloin steak smothered in creamy sour cream sauce with fresh mushrooms & onions. Served over egg noodles, it is the ultimate comfort food that is perfect for busy weeknights. a family dinner time favorite!

    beef stroganoff with mushrooms and gravy over noodles.

    Why I love this recipe

    • tender strips of beef in a creamy mushroom sauce
    • simple ingredients
    • quick meal the entire family will love

    Ingredients needed to make this old-fashioned beef stroganoff recipe

    Exact quantities are listed in the recipe card below, but here is an ingredient list so you can plan ahead.

    • butter and olive oil
    • fresh mushrooms - most common varieties are white button mushrooms or baby bella mushrooms
    • onion slices
    • minced garlic
    • onion dip mix - such a great kitchen hack to add a burst of flavor
    • thinly sliced beef sirloin steak 
    • beef stock - homemade is always best
    • Worcestershire sauce
    • egg noodles
    • all-purpose flour to help thicken the gravy
    • sour cream
    ingredients needed to make beef stroganoff.

    How to make classic beef stroganoff

    1. Sauté vegetables: Heat butter and oil in a Dutch oven or large skillet over medium-high heat. As soon as it is melted and hot, add the mushrooms and onions. Stir, and allow to cook until liquid has evaporated and they are barely golden brown. Add garlic and onion dip mix, stir, and allow to cook for another 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
    2. Sear and braise meat: Using the same skillet over high heat, cook beef until deep golden brown. This should only take a few minutes. Add one cup of the beef broth and the Worcestershire sauce and scrape the bottom of the pan with a flat bottom spoon to release any bits that may have stuck to the pan. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
    3. Cook the noodles: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook until they are al dente. Drain and keep warm.
    4. Make the gravy: Whisk flour with the remaining cup of beef broth until smooth. Pour into pot with beef and stir well. Add the mushroom mixture back in with the beef and heat just until it starts to boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Allow the mixture to cook at a gentle simmer for about a minute.
    5. Stir in sour cream: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the sour cream. Heat the mixture until everything is heated through. Do not allow the cream to boil. Serve over noodles.
    sauteed mushrooms and onions in pan.
    saute onions and mushrooms
    sliced sirloin steak with gravy in pan.
    brown steak and make gravy
    Pouring gravy over sliced beef sirloin in pan.
    add broth with flour to thicken
    mushrooms and sliced steak for beef stroganoff recipe.
    add mushrooms and onions to mixture
    mixing sour cream into beef stroganoff.
    stir in sour cream
    spooning homemade beef stroganoff over pasta.
    serve over noodles

    Modification and recipe substitutions

    Don't have a specific ingredient or want to make a swap based on your preferences? No problem! Here are a few things I've changed in the past with great results.

    • Cream of mushroom soup can be used instead of the fresh mushrooms and onions with a smaller amount of beef broth.
    • Sirloin steak can be replaced with beef tenderloin if you really want to make it fancy. Ground beef stroganoff is also just as tasty.
    • Elevate the flavor or thicken the texture of the creamy sauce by adding a small amount of tomato paste, white wine, Dijon mustard, or soy sauce.
    • Sour cream is a staple ingredient in this homemade stroganoff recipe, but if you're out of it you will need a substitute. The sour cream mixture can be replicated by using Greek yogurt, heavy cream, or even cream cheese.

    Leftover beef stroganoff - storage and reheating

    Any leftovers should be stored in an airtight container and refrigerated. Leftovers should be eaten in 3-5 days. If you want to freeze the leftovers, I recommend freezing only the meat and the gravy and not the pasta.

    Reheat the leftovers gently. Any time you are working with a cream sauce, you don't want to get it too hot too fast.

    To reheat leftovers in the microwave, heat in one-minute increments on 50% power, stirring after every minute. To reheat on the stove, set the pot over low heat and stir until everything is heated through.

    close up of beef stroganoff over pasta.

    Beef Stroganoff FAQs

    What cut of meat is best for beef stroganoff?

    Since you cut the meat into very thin slices and then cook it in a sauce, nearly any cut of beef will work in traditional beef stroganoff, however, lean cuts are better.
    Depending on how much you want to pay, you can use ribeye, sirloin, tenderloin, or round steak.

    Is stroganoff Russian or Ukrainian?

    Stroganoff became popular in the mid-19th century. It was named after Count Alexander Grigorievich Stroganoff who resided in Odessa. It has been argued that this recipe is both Russian and Ukrainian. You most likely won't find a Russian cookbook without it.

    What do you eat with beef stroganoff?

    Tender egg noodles are most often served with beef stroganoff. It also tastes great with mashed potatoes and a side of green beans.

    close up of beef stroganoff.

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    Full Recipe Instructions

    close up of beef stroganoff.

    Classic Beef Stroganoff

    Classic Beef Stroganoff with fresh mushrooms, beef sirloin steak, and egg noodles is the ultimate comfort food a family dinner time favorite!
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour hour
    Scale: 8 servings
    Recipe Created By: Krissy Allori

    Kitchen Tools

    • Dutch oven
    • stock pot

    Ingredients

    • 4 tablespoons butter
    • 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 16 ounces fresh mushrooms (sliced (I used half crimini, half white))
    • 1 large yellow onion (thinly sliced)
    • 2 garlic cloves (minced)
    • 1-2 tablespoons onion dip mix
    • 1 ½ pounds beef sirloin steak (thinly sliced against the grain)
    • 2 cups beef stock (divided)
    • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
    • 16 ounces egg noodles
    • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
    • 1 ½ cups sour cream
    • 1 teaspoon salt

    Instructions

    • Sauté vegetables: Heat butter and oil in a Dutch oven or heavy bottom skillet over high heat. As soon as it is melted and hot, add the mushrooms and onions. Stir, and allow to cook until liquid has evaporated and they are barely golden brown. Add garlic and onion dip mix, stir, and allow to cook for another 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
      sauteed mushrooms and onions in pan.
    • Sear and braise meat: Using the same skillet over high heat, cook the meat until brown. This should only take a few minutes. Add one cup of the beef broth and the Worcestershire sauce, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
      sliced sirloin steak with gravy in pan.
    • Cook the noodles: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook until they are al dente. Drain and keep warm.
    • Make the gravy: Whisk flour with the remaining cup of beef broth until smooth. Pour into pot with beef and stir well. Add the mushroom mixture back in with the beef and heat just until it starts to boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Allow the mixture to cook at a gentle simmer for about a minute.
      Pouring gravy over sliced beef sirloin in pan.
    • Stir in sour cream: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the sour cream. Heat the mixture until everything is heated through. Do not allow the cream to boil. Serve over noodles.
      mixing sour cream into beef stroganoff.

    Notes

    Roasted beef stock recipe: https://selfproclaimedfoodie.com/roasted-beef-broth/

    NUTRITION INFORMATION

    Calories: 520kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 135mg | Sodium: 653mg | Potassium: 837mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 480IU | Vitamin C: 3.1mg | Calcium: 102mg | Iron: 3.3mg
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    This recipe was originally published in May 2016 and has been updated with helpful information, ingredient and process photos, as well as recipe tips. Don't worry - the recipe hasn't changed!

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    Comments

    1. Sandra

      July 24, 2019 at 2:18 am

      5 stars
      Yummy and different!!

      Reply
    2. Morgan

      May 23, 2016 at 11:48 am

      Mmm, this looks absolutely delicious and not too difficult to replicate! The ingredients you used really make for a unique combination and taste, and it sounds so exquisite! Nicely done! Thanks so much for sharing!

      Reply
      • Krissy

        May 27, 2016 at 6:12 am

        Thanks for the comment, Morgan! Enjoy!!! Krissy

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