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Old Fashioned Beef Stroganoff Recipe

Old Fashioned Beef Stroganoff Recipe

This Old Fashioned Beef Stroganoff Recipe offers tender beef strips sautéed with mushrooms and onions, all enveloped in a rich and creamy sour cream sauce. It’s a comforting, classic dish that’s quick to prepare, using simple pantry ingredients, perfect for a satisfying homemade dinner any night of the week.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Beef and Vegetables

  • 1 lb beef sirloin strips
  • 8 oz cremini or white mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Sauce and Seasonings

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp oil (vegetable or olive oil)
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour (or cornstarch for gluten-free)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Slice the beef into thin strips against the grain to ensure tenderness. Clean and slice the mushrooms, finely chop the onions, and mince the garlic. Having all ingredients prepped ahead will ensure a smooth cooking process.
  2. Sauté the Beef: Heat butter and oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef strips in batches to avoid overcrowding and cook until browned but not fully cooked through. Remove the beef and set aside to keep it tender.
  3. Cook the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add a bit more butter if needed, then sauté the onions until translucent. Add the mushrooms and garlic, cooking until the mushrooms release their moisture and turn golden brown, building the dish’s deep flavor base.
  4. Make the Sauce: Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat. Slowly pour in the beef broth while stirring to prevent lumps. Add Dijon mustard and let the mixture simmer gently until it thickens into a luscious sauce.
  5. Combine and Finish: Return the beef to the skillet and stir gently to combine. Reduce heat to low and stir in the sour cream, warming everything through without boiling to avoid curdling. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

  • Choose the Right Cut: Use tender cuts like sirloin or ribeye for the best texture.
  • Don’t Overcrowd the Pan: Brown the beef in small batches for even searing.
  • Add Sour Cream Last: To prevent curdling, mix it in off the heat or on very low heat.
  • Use Fresh Mushrooms: Avoid canned mushrooms for better flavor and texture.
  • Season Gradually: Taste and adjust salt and pepper throughout cooking for balanced flavors.
  • Variations: Use ground beef for a quicker version, swap sour cream with Greek yogurt, add white wine for depth, include bell peppers for sweetness, use cornstarch to make it gluten-free, or try wild mushrooms like shiitake or porcini.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Russian/American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 12 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg

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