Beef Stroganoff Recipe (2024)

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by Michelle
September 4, 2018 (updated Nov 19, 2018)

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This easy Beef Stroganoff recipe is the absolute best! Super tender beef, a creamy, flavorful sauce and on the table in under 45 minutes!

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Now that Labor Day is behind us, can we go all-in on warm and hearty comfort foods? Yes? Wonderful!

Beef stroganoff is one of my all-time favorites in that category and for the longest time, I thought it was a crazy complicated dish to make. Spoiler alert: it is not at all.

However, I have had my fair share of dry, tough meat in beef stroganoff; I’m thrilled to share this recipe with you because the meat in this dish is so wonderfully tender and the sauce is rich and flavorful. This is going to easily become one of your go-to favorite easy recipes, just as it has for me!

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How Do You Make Beef Stroganoff?

Beef stroganoff looks (and tastes!) like a luxurious bowl of fancy comfort food, but the best part is that it has a simple list of ingredients and comes together incredibly quickly, which makes it a perfect choice for weeknight meals or an easy dinner party staple.

This is a fast rundown of how it’s done:

  • Sear thinly sliced ribeye until it’s browned, then set aside.
  • In the same pan, brown onions and mushrooms until soft.
  • Sprinkle the mushroom mixture with flour and stir, then gradually stir in beef stock. Season with salt, pepper and paprika, then simmer until slightly thickened.
  • Stir in sour cream and serve over cooked egg noodles with a sprinkle of fresh parsley.

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The Best Meat for Beef Stroganoff

The beef that you use is what takes average or good beef stroganoff to absolutely phenomenal.

The trick?

Using very thinly sliced boneless ribeye steaks. The meat is so tender and melts in your mouth; it’s the same cut of meat that I use for my Philly cheese steak sandwiches and everyone raves about how juicy and tender they are. No one wants to bite into beef stroganoff and find a tough, stringy piece of beef that gets stuck in your teeth. Ribeye can cook up super fast at high temperature and stay crazy tender.

If you want a quicker/less expensive option, I’ve also used ground beef, which works really well. Obviously, you won’t get the same consistency as you do from whole pieces of beef, but it’s still a great shortcut!

How is Beef Stroganoff Served?

The most traditional way to serve beef stroganoff is over egg noodles (and it’s seriously delicious), but there are tons of other options, too! For something different, try:

  • Rice
  • Mashed potatoes
  • Pan-fried potatoes
  • A bed of greens
  • Steamed green beans or broccoli

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Can Beef Stroganoff Be Made Ahead and/or Frozen?

Yes to both!

Beef stroganoff reheats extremely well and you can freeze it by allowing it cool, then placing in a freezer ziploc bag or freezer-safe container and freezing for up to 3 months. Allow to thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

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I hope you enjoy this dish as much as my family and I have!

If You Like This Beef Stroganoff, Try These:

  • Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff
  • Turkey Tetrazzini
  • Shepherd’s Pie
  • Guinness Beef Stew

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Beef Stroganoff

Yield: 4 to 6 servings

Prep Time: 15 minutes mins

Cook Time: 30 minutes mins

Total Time: 45 minutes mins

This easy Beef Stroganoff recipe is the absolute best! Super tender beef, a creamy, flavorful sauce and on the table in under 45 minutes!

4.58 (7 ratings)

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Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • pounds (680.39 g) ribeye steak, sliced ¼-inch thin against the grain, and then crosswise
  • 8 ounces (226.8 g) white mushrooms, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups (480 ml) beef broth
  • teaspoons (1.5 teaspoons) salt
  • ½ teaspoon (0.5 teaspoon) black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • cup (153.33 ml) sour cream
  • 12 ounces (340.2 g) egg noodles, cooked and drained
  • 1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

  • Season the beef with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter and add the beef to the skillet, spreading it into an even layer. Cook for 1 minute, then use tongs to toss the beef until mostly browned. Remove to a plate; set aside.

  • Melt the remaining butter and add the mushrooms and onions to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are soft and the onions are translucent, about 5 to 7 minutes.

  • Sprinkle the mixture with the flour and stir, cooking for 1 to 2 minutes, until no raw flour remains and it emits a nutty aroma. Gradually stir in the beef broth, then add the salt, pepper and paprika. Bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened. Add the beef back to the sauce, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 2 or 3 minutes, until the beef is warmed through. Remove from the heat and stir in the sour cream until completely combined.

  • Serve with cooked egg noodles and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Notes

Nutritional values are based on one serving

Calories: 566kcal, Carbohydrates: 21g, Protein: 28g, Fat: 30g, Saturated Fat: 15g, Cholesterol: 118mg, Sodium: 715mg, Potassium: 559mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 640IU, Vitamin C: 3.3mg, Calcium: 54mg, Iron: 3mg

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Author: Michelle

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Originally published September 4, 2018 — (last updated November 19, 2018)

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19 Comments on “Beef Stroganoff Recipe”

  1. CeeJay Reply

    My family enjoys this stroganoff on noodles, on toast points {dry toast cut in quarters, diagonally twice} and also on baked potatoes. One of our favorite meals!

  2. Michael McCabe Reply

    Michelle, I bought 12 tamales at a Hispanic market and I want to make a baked dish to serve. Suggestions?

  3. Cindy Reply

    Made this last night absolutely delicious.

    • francesco caselli Reply

      This is delicious! I will preparethiseveningformypartner. Thankyouverymuch

  4. Renee Reply

    One of my kids doesn’t like any kind of steak., so I made this diced chicken breast, & it still turned out great! The flavors and sauce are really great.

    Both my kids & hubby ate a lot of it! Served it over cavatappi, bc I had some cooked on-hand. I also made biscuits, which was great for sopping up the sauce. Thanks for sharing the recipe!

  5. Maria Reisman Reply

    Made this dish for my family. They loved loved it! Surprised at how easy this dish came together. Will definitely make it again!

    • Michelle Reply

      I’m so thrilled you enjoyed it Maria! Thanks so much for taking the time to stop back and leave a review, it’s much appreciated.

  6. Sabrina Reply

    I’ve missed having this dish and have even kinda forgotten about beef stroganoff. my recipe is so old I can’t find it, but don’t think it uses ribeye, so am so happy yours does! My favorite cut, thank you for this recipe!

    • Michelle Reply

      You’re welcome Sabrina, enjoy!

  7. Sally Reply

    It never occurred to me to use ribeye for Beef Stroganoff or Philly Cheese Steaks. What a great idea! Thanks!

    • Michelle Reply

      You’re welcome Sally, enjoy!

  8. Geraldine Reply

    Hi Michelle,

    I’ve never seen beef stroganoff served with noodles/pasta?

    I’m from Ireland and live in the UK and I’ve only ever seen if served with rice! Is this a US-thing? It certainly looks good! Did you use a particular type of egg noodles?

    • Michelle Reply

      Hi Geraldine, Yes I think the noodles are definitely a U.S. spin! I just use wide egg noodles.

  9. Ann Reply

    I love Beef Stoganoff. Never occurred to me to use steak. This will be in regular rotation now. Thanks.

    • Michelle Reply

      You’re welcome, enjoy!

  10. Louis Reply

    I went with the recipe exactly. Loved it

    • Michelle Reply

      I’m so thrilled to hear that!

  11. Gary in Georgia Reply

    It’s my understanding that a ribeye steak has already been cut against the grain by the butcher so how do you cut against the grain when making 1/4 inch slices?

    I think we could benefit by your giving lessons on grain of meats: beef, chicken, and pork.

    • Michelle Reply

      Hi Gary, Perhaps a better description is cutting the steak crosswise. I hope that helps!

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FAQs

What is the sauce in beef stroganoff made of? ›

What is stroganoff sauce made of? Stroganoff sauce is a sour cream gravy made with beef broth that's thickened with flour. It's flavoured with mustard and has mushrooms in it.

What is best cut of meat for beef stroganoff? ›

Traditionally, tenderloin is the meat of choice for Stroganoff, and after testing out a few alternatives—strip steak and ribeye along with more inexpensive cuts like flap meat, hanger, flank, and skirt—I decided to stick with tradition (flap meat and hanger came in a close second).

Is beef stroganoff Russian or German? ›

Beef Stroganoff is a popular Russian dish of small pieces of beef fillet sautéed in sour cream sauce together with onions and mushrooms. The dish was named after Count Alexander Grigorievich Stroganoff, who lived in the late 19th century in Odessa.

What is a substitute for sour cream in stroganoff? ›

Greek yogurt is a healthy alternative to the traditionally used sour cream in beef stroganoff recipes, so you can be confident that your family is getting a satisfying, healthy meal. Fresh dill and paprika will provide a sweet, slightly smoky garnish to top off the dish.

What can I use in stroganoff instead of Worcestershire sauce? ›

Soy Sauce. In recipes relying on complex flavors, soy sauce is a great choice for a single-ingredient sub. Add a pinch of brown sugar to the mix for an even richer flavor. With or without the brown sugar, use soy sauce in equal amounts to Worcestershire.

How to add more flavor to beef stroganoff? ›

Beef Stock: Use stock instead of broth. It adds deep, savory flavor to your Beef Stroganoff sauce. Egg Noodles: I always use wide egg noodles and cook them al dente. They taste delicious and hold up well as leftovers.

How do I thicken my beef stroganoff sauce? ›

One way to thicken beef stroganoff is with flour or cornstarch. These are both common cooking ingredients that will help create an excellent thickening agent for beef stroganoff recipes.

What's the difference between stroganoff and goulash? ›

Traditional goulash is a stew/soup, usually using a cheaper cut of meat suited to slow cooking. It usually contains potatoes and other vegetables, as well as noodles. A true stroganoff consists of paprika-dusted fillet steak quickly pan fried with mushrooms and onions in a sour cream and brandy sauce.

How do you keep sour cream from curdling in beef stroganoff? ›

Sour cream can curdle if added directly to hot liquid. To prevent curdling, temper the sour cream by stirring a little of the hot liquid into it and then adding the warmed sour cream mixture to the pan. Buttered egg noodles (see below for details of our tasting) are the classic accompaniment to this recipe.

What does stroganoff mean in English? ›

nounCooking. a dish of meat sautéed with onion and cooked in a sauce of sour cream, seasonings, and, usually, mushrooms: beef stroganoff.

Does stroganoff contain paprika? ›

Crumble in the stock cube and stir in the paprika and tomato purée. Cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the beef consommé, mushrooms and mustard. Bring to the boil then lower the heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes, or until the volume of liquid has reduced by half.

Does beef stroganoff contain sour cream? ›

Add all of the things that give this easy beef stroganoff recipe its big, bold flavors—beef broth, thyme, Worcestershire sauce, spicy Dijon mustard, and sour cream. Add the beef to the mushroomy stroganoff sauce, and admire your handiwork. Serve!

What is a substitute for 1 cup of sour cream? ›

Yogurt is your best substitute for sour cream. Whether you're baking or making a dip or sauce, yogurt is a 1:1 sub. That means if your recipe calls for 1 cup of sour cream, you can replace it with 1 cup of yogurt.

Can I use cream cheese instead of sour cream? ›

Fresh, spreadable cheeses like cream cheese and mascarpone generally work well as 1:1 substitutes for sour cream in baking. Be sure to let them warm up to room temperature before using, and thin them out slightly by stirring in milk or lemon juice to get a similar texture.

Can you use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream? ›

Full-fat Greek yogurt will offer the closest approximation of sour cream's flavor and texture, and can be used as a one-to-one replacement for sour cream. If you'd like, you can stir some heavy cream into any percentage of Greek yogurt to give it a somewhat richer body and higher fat content.

What is sour cream sauce made of? ›

Sour cream sauce ingredients

Sour creams vary by thickness, tanginess, and creaminess, so grab a brand that you love the taste of. garlic and onion powder – a small amount of garlic and onion powder stirred into sour cream is virtually indistinguishable, texture-wise, but it adds so much savoriness and flavor.

What is beef sauce made of? ›

Instructions. Pour sesame oil into a pan over medium heat, then add beef fillet and stir fry for 2 minutes. Add crushed garlic, ginger, beef seasoning, stir and let simmer for a minute. Add carrots, green bell pepper, stir, then add onion, red chilli, soy sauce and stir.

Does stroganoff contain cream? ›

There are many versions of stroganoff, some using brandy, mustard, stock or crème fraiche. My recipe is a little simpler, with a base of double (heavy) cream and sour cream. It's got ALL the flavour, and I think it might just have to be one of my desert island foods.

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