Easy Recipes Classic Russian Beef Stroganoff
This creamy, savory beef stroganoff is a comforting classic perfect for quick weeknight dinners or special family meals.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) beef sirloin or tenderloin, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil or unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 1/2 cups (200g) white button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (120ml) beef stock
- 1 cup (240ml) sour cream
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked egg noodles or mashed potatoes, for serving
- Chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced beef and sear until browned, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions until translucent, then add mushrooms and cook until softened.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir well to coat.
- Gradually stir in the beef stock and simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Lower the heat and stir in sour cream and mustard. Season with salt and pepper.
- Return the beef to the skillet and cook for another 2–3 minutes, just until heated through. Do not boil.
- Serve over egg noodles or mashed potatoes, garnished with parsley if desired.