Beef Stroganoff Recipe (2024)

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This Easy Beef Stroganoff recipe is simple and flavorful. Served with egg noodles, this creamy stroganoff is a classic dinner recipe perfect for enjoying any night of the week.

Whether it’s for Sunday dinner or during the week, this classic pasta dish is a family-favorite. If you like this version, I guarantee you’ll also love Hamburger Stroganoff, or even our Chicken Stroganoff!

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quick, Easy, & Family FriendlY!

There are several recipes that I remember having ALL.THE.TIME as a kid. One of those happens to be this beef stroganoff recipe.

It’s a dinner recipe that we had all the time as a family and was changed up depending on the meat my mom used. Sometimes she used chuck roast, hamburger or steak. It didn’t matter what she used—we all loved it!

It’s a very kid-friendly recipe that was well accepted since it was basically a yummy sauce, meat and pasta… and we all know that you can’t go wrong with those ingredients. 😉 Am I right?!

If you’re like me, always looking for simple but tasty recipes the whole family loves, then I suggest trying out this stroganoff recipe. It’s so flavorful and is sure to become a new go-to comfort food recipe for the fam!

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How to Make It

We love that this recipe is beyond simple. Yes, you will need to make the noodles right before serving, but it’s so easy that anyone can make it.

BROWN. Add oil to a large skillet on medium high heat. Toss meat with flour and salt and pepper to taste. Brown meat in hot oil, about 2 minutes per side. Add in broth and Worchestershire sauce and simmer for about 15 minutes.

NOODLES. Cook egg noodles according to package directions.

SAUCE. Add sour cream, whipping cream and garlic salt to meat mixture and combine right before serving. Add noodles to mixture and combine or serve gravy meat over a bed of noodles. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Slow Cooker Version

How to make Beef Stroganoff in the crock pot. It’s so easy:

  • Just add the browned meat, Worchestershire sauce and broth to the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 3-4 hours.
  • Add sour cream, whipped cream and garlic salt and cooked noodles right before serving.
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Recipe Tips and Variations

Why do you add the sour cream last?Sour cream contains natural acids which, when heated, causes the dairy proteins to curdle at a faster rate. You can keep this from happening by adding the sour cream at the end.

Variations: While this dish is delicious as is, it is sometimes it’s nice to change things up a little. Try some of these variation ideas:

  • Sautee mushrooms and onions with the meat before adding it to the broth
  • Serve over rice or mashed potatoes
  • Garnish with chives and parsley

As mentioned above, we also change out the meat we use for the dish – sometimes it’s hamburger, sometimes it’s roast.

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Storage Tips

You can store leftover stroganoff in the fridge or in the freezer!

  • Fridge: store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days.
  • Freezer: store in an airtight freezer safe container for up to 3 months.
  • Reheat: If frozen, then thaw overnight. Reheat in a crockpot, stove top or in the microwave.
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BEST SIDES TO SERVE

Because this is one of our go-to dinner recipes, we love to change out the sides we serve with. Here are some of the dishes we love to make with this stroganoff:

  • Fried Zucchini
  • Baked Asparagus
  • Cheesy Garlic Bread
  • Arugula Salad

Be sure to check out all our side dishes to decide what to pair with this dish.

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For more pasta and meat dishes, check out:

  • Turkey Tetrazzini
  • Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Casserole
  • Italian Sausage Pasta
  • Cheesy Beef Goulash
  • Chicken Scallopini
  • Instant Pot Creamy Chicken

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5 from 17 votes

Beef Stroganoff Recipe

By: Lil’ Luna

This Easy Beef Stroganoff recipe is simple and flavorful. Served with egg noodles, this creamy stroganoff made in the slow cooker is a classic Sunday dinner recipe and is perfect to enjoy any night of the week.

Servings: 8

Prep: 10 minutes mins

Cook: 20 minutes mins

Total: 30 minutes mins

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • pounds chuck roast or sirloin steak sliced into bite-sized strips (or ground beef)
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt plus more to taste
  • ½ teaspoon pepper plus more to taste
  • 2 cups full-sodium beef broth
  • 1-2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 cups (or 12 ounces) medium egg noodles
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup whipping cream
  • 1-2 teaspoons garlic salt
  • fresh chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Toss meat with flour, salt and pepper and cook in hot oil for about 2 minutes per side.

  • Add broth and Worcestershire sauce and simmer for 15 minutes.

  • Meanwhile, cook egg noodles according to package directions. Drain when done.

  • Add sour cream, whipping cream and garlic salt to meat mixture and stir.

  • Add noodles and toss to coat, or serve meat over noodles. Add more salt and pepper to taste if needed.

  • Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.

Video

Notes

Slow Cooker Directions: Cook meat as directed in Step 1. Add to slow cooker with broth and Worcestershire sauce and cook on low for 3–4 hours, stirring occasionally. Add sour cream and whipping cream and stir. Cook egg noodles according to package directions. Drain noodles and toss into meat sauce, or divide noodles among plates and pour sauce over the noodles and toss into meat sauce, or divide noodles among plates and pour sauce over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup, Calories: 627kcal, Carbohydrates: 68g, Protein: 31g, Fat: 26g, Saturated Fat: 10g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 10g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 159mg, Sodium: 785mg, Potassium: 597mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 357IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 87mg, Iron: 4mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

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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).

What's the difference between stroganoff and beef stroganoff? ›

Although beef is the most common meat used to make Stroganov, which is then referred to as Beef Stroganov, other meats can also be used to make this dish such as chicken. Named for the Russian family who created the original recipe, the food dish became known as Stroganoff by the French when it was made in France.

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 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.

What can I use in stroganoff instead of sour cream? ›

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 add to stroganoff for more flavor? ›

Your choice of beef cut into thin strips (a stir fry beef) Mushrooms of your choice, cream or sour cream, lemon juice, smoked paprika, gherkins or dill pickles, perhaps some thinly sliced onions. With a classic recipe like stroganoff the preparation time far exceeds the cooking time!

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.

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

Keep Stroganoff Sauce from Curdling

Temper the sour cream by adding a few teaspoons of the hot liquid from the pan—one tablespoon at a time—before adding the sour cream to the pan. Turn the stovetop down to low before adding the sour cream and give it a few minutes for the temperature in the pan to actually lower.

Does beef stroganoff contain sour cream? ›

This beef stroganoff is made with beef chuck roast, beef broth, white wine, and sour cream. It is the best I've ever had and well worth the effort. I have been making this recipe for over 20 years!

Does stroganoff contain paprika? ›

Add the onion and cook gently for 10 minutes, or until softened and starting to caramelise. Stir in the garlic and cook gently for 2 minutes. Crumble in the stock cube and stir in the paprika and tomato purée.

Can I substitute chicken broth for beef broth in beef stroganoff? ›

Like beef broth, chicken broth is a kitchen staple and makes a good substitute if you are all out of the meaty broth. This savory, salty liquid has a milder flavor than beef broth but is a good one-to-one replacement. Chicken broth also has a similar nutrition profile to beef broth, low in calories and high in sodium.

What does stroganoff mean in English? ›

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

What is a fun fact about stroganoff? ›

The dish is named after one of the members of the Stroganov family. A legend attributes its invention to French chefs working for the family, but several researchers point out that the recipe is a refined version of older Russian dishes. In Russian the dish is called Бефстро́ганов from the French Bœuf Stroganoff.

What do you eat stroganoff with? ›

What To Serve With Beef Stroganoff
  1. Pasta – Egg noodles or other cooked pasta.
  2. Potatoes – Mashed potatoes, baked sweet potatoes, roasted potatoes, French fries or potato chips.
  3. Rice – White rice or brown prepared rice.
  4. Bread – Dinner rolls, cheese bread or garlic bread.
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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? ›

Steak stroganoff for breakfast on a weekday. I love my job. 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.

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