Old Fashioned Beef Stroganoff Recipe

Ingredients

For the Stroganoff:

• 1 ½ lbs (700 g) beef sirloin or tenderloin, thinly sliced into strips

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

• 2 tablespoons butter

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 8 oz (225 g) mushrooms, sliced (white or cremini)

• 1 cup beef broth

• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

• ½ cup sour cream

• ¼ cup heavy cream (optional, for extra richness)

• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For Serving:

• 8 oz (225 g) egg noodles, cooked according to package directions

• Extra sour cream or parsley for topping (optional)

🧑‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the Beef:

• Pat beef dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.

• Toss beef strips with flour to coat evenly (this helps thicken the sauce later).

2. Sear the Beef:

• Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

• Add beef in batches (don’t overcrowd) and brown on both sides — about 1–2 minutes per side.

• Transfer browned beef to a plate and set aside.

3. Sauté the Vegetables:

• In the same skillet, add onions and cook until soft, about 3–4 minutes.

• Add mushrooms and cook until browned and tender, about 5 minutes.

• Stir in garlic and cook another 30 seconds.

4. Make the Sauce:

• Add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard.

• Scrape up browned bits from the bottom of the pan for flavor.

• Simmer for 5–7 minutes until sauce reduces slightly.

5. Add Beef & Cream:

• Return beef (and any juices) to the skillet.

• Stir in sour cream and heavy cream (if using).

• Simmer gently for 3–5 minutes — do not boil — until sauce is creamy and beef is tender.

• Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

6. Serve:

• Spoon over cooked egg noodles.

• Garnish with fresh parsley and a dollop of sour cream if desired.

✅ Tips:

• For tender meat, slice beef against the grain into thin strips.

• Avoid overcooking after adding sour cream — it can curdle.

• Substitute beef with ground beef for a budget-friendly version.

• Add a splash of white wine or sherry to the sauce for a flavor boost.

🍽️ Serving Ideas:

• Serve with buttered egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice.

• Add a side of green beans or a crisp salad for balance.