Easy Beef Stroganoff Recipe

Easy Beef Stroganoff Recipe – hearty and delicious, very easy to make dish, perfect for dinner any time of the year!

What is beef stroganoff?

This Russian dish is very popular around the world and there are so many variations of the original recipe. This is just my favorite way of preparing it and isn’t the original recipe.

Some recipes call for different spices, but I usually only use salt and pepper. I’ve had it served over mashed potatoes, instead of pasta and it tastes great that way, too!

I’ve been craving comfort foods lately…

My plans and desire for healthier eating after the baby were ruined, after finding out he is sensitive to a bunch of things.

That’s why I can not really follow a diet and eat some of my favorite healthy foods while breastfeeding.

A friend had asked me for a beef stroganoff recipe a couple of months back, so I’m finally sharing it on the blog.

What cut beef to use in beef stroganoff?

In my opinion, the better cut of beef you use the more delicious, tender and flavorful the dish will turn. Also tougher cuts of meat take a lot more time to cook which is not always a good option, when you want to prepare a quick dinner for the family or guests. Marbled meat will produce a tastier dish.

Typically the best cuts of beef for stroganoff, that are relatively tender, but still have some marbling and cook fast are: Make sure you cut the steak into thin (5 mm) strips.

• boneless sirloin steak
• rib eye steak
• beef tenderloin
• sirloin steak tips

If you wonder what the best cut of steak for beef stroganoff is? It is boneless Rib Eye in my opinion.

Acceptable cuts of beef, that I don’t highly recommend, but will work in the recipe (cut the meat against the grain into thin strips):

• flank steak
• skirt steak

 

What ingredients do you need to make this Beef Stroganoff recipe?

Tender beef, mushrooms and flavorful creamy sauce on top of egg noodles, this is a simple but very delicious combination for the meat and pasta lovers out there.

Ready in 30 minutes, this is one of my favorite dinners.

• egg noodles
• butter
• steak — (sirloin or flank)
• yellow onion — , chopped (or shallot)
• garlic cloves
• mushrooms
• dry white wine
• vegetable stock — (or beef stock)
• Worchestershire sauce
• sour cream or heavy cream
• whole wheat flour
• salt
• pepper
• chopped parsley 

How to make Beef Stroganoff?

1. Cook egg noodles according to the directions on the package, I recommend cooking them by when you are almost done with the beef sauce.

2. Season salt with salt and pepper.

3. In a large pan, over medium heat melt butter. Add steak in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until browned. (Work in batches, if your pan isn’t big enough).

   Remove cooked steak from the pan and transfer to a plate

4. Add onions, mushrooms, and garlic. Cook for 5-6 minutes, until tender, stirring frequently, add more butter (1-2 tbsp), if needed.

   Add wine and stir to deglaze the pan. Add stock, Worcestershire sauce and flour. Stir to combine. Cook for about 5 more minutes, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens. Add sour cream (or heavy cream). Cook for just 1 minute, to warm up.

5. Add steak. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley. Serve over egg noodles.

How do you serve beef stroganoff?

Beef Stroganoff is usually served with egg noodles, but you can serve it with gluten free or low carb noodles.

Other serving options are rice, mashed potatoes or vegetables like broccoli or green beans.

How do you thicken beef stroganoff?

The best thickener is cornstarch in my opinion (because it produces glossier sauces), but you can also use white or whole wheat flour. Xantan gum works, too.

If you want to make a low-carb beed stroganoff, of course you need to use low-carb noodles, but still thicken the sauce with cornstarch or Xantan gum.

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Here are some more dinners, you can make in around 30 minutes: Teriyaki Chicken and Cauliflower, Honey Sriracha Chicken Quinoa Bowl and One Pot Cream Tomato Chicken Spinach Pasta.