Description
Comforting beef stroganoff dances across classic Russian cuisine, blending tender meat and silky sauce with hearty egg noodles. Creamy, rich flavors and simple ingredients combine for a satisfying meal you’ll crave on cool evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb) beef sirloin, sliced against the grain
- 8 ounces (226 grams) fresh mushrooms, thickly sliced
Noodles and Dairy:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) wide egg noodles
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by thinly slicing beef sirloin, finely chopping onions and garlic, and slicing mushrooms into uniform pieces.
- Heat a large skillet over medium temperature, melt butter until golden and shimmering. Add onions and mushrooms, sautéing until they become tender and develop a light caramelization, approximately 5 minutes.
- Introduce sliced beef to the skillet, season generously with salt and pepper. Sear meat quickly, turning to achieve a rich brown crust on all surfaces.
- Incorporate minced garlic, then dust the entire mixture with flour. Stir continuously for one minute to prevent clumping and create a smooth base.
- Gradually pour beef broth into the skillet, sprinkle paprika, and whisk consistently. Allow the liquid to simmer and reduce, creating a slightly thickened consistency within 5 minutes.
- Lower heat and gently fold in sour cream, maintaining a careful technique to prevent curdling or boiling.
- Simultaneously, cook egg noodles in a separate pot according to package directions until perfectly al dente. Drain, reserving a small amount of starchy cooking water.
- Combine noodles with stroganoff sauce by either gently tossing or layering in serving bowls, ensuring each portion is evenly coated with the creamy mixture.
Notes
- Slice beef against the grain for maximum tenderness and easier chewing.
- Choose full-fat sour cream for richer, more luxurious sauce texture and deeper flavor profile.
- Consider using low-sodium beef broth to control salt levels and customize seasoning.
- Swap regular egg noodles with gluten-free or whole wheat options for dietary adaptations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Russian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 483 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 490 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg