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Beef Stroganoff (Classic Creamy Comfort Food Recipe)

Beef Stroganoff

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: European / Russian-Inspired
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: ~540 kcal per serving
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • - 1½ lb 680 g beef sirloin or ribeye, thinly sliced against the grain
  • - Salt & black pepper to taste
  • - 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • - 2 tablespoons butter
  • - 10 oz 280 g mushrooms, sliced
  • - 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • - 2 cloves garlic minced
  • - 1 cup beef broth
  • - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • - ¾ cup full-fat sour cream
  • - 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour optional, for thicker sauce
  • - Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Season beef with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Sear beef quickly in batches until browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add butter to the same skillet. Cook mushrooms until golden and moisture evaporates.
  4. Add onion and sauté until soft. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.
  5. Sprinkle flour (if using) and stir well.
  6. Add beef broth, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer until slightly reduced.
  7. Lower heat and stir in sour cream until smooth.
  8. Return beef to the skillet and warm gently (do not boil).
  9. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Final Thoughts

Beef Stroganoff is a dish that proves classic recipes never go out of style. With its tender beef, earthy mushrooms, and rich, creamy sauce, it delivers comfort and elegance in equal measure. Every bite feels satisfying, warming, and familiar—yet refined enough to feel special.

What truly makes this recipe stand out is its respect for technique. Cooking the beef quickly, browning the mushrooms properly, and gently finishing the sauce ensures that each component shines. These small details make a noticeable difference, turning a simple dish into something memorable.

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This recipe is also wonderfully forgiving and adaptable. You can adjust the richness, swap the serving base, or add herbs to suit your preferences. That flexibility makes it a dependable choice for both everyday dinners and occasions when you want to impress without stress.

Beyond flavor, Beef Stroganoff has a comforting quality that goes beyond the plate. It’s the kind of meal that brings people together, encouraging slower eating and shared conversation. Whether served on a busy weeknight or as part of a cozy weekend dinner, it has a way of making the moment feel more special.

If you’re looking for a recipe that combines tradition, simplicity, and restaurant-quality results, this Beef Stroganoff deserves a permanent place in your kitchen repertoire. It’s a reminder that great cooking doesn’t have to be complicated—it just needs care, balance, and a love for timeless flavors.