How to Make Creamy Beef Stroganoff

Introduction

Beef Stroganoff is a savory, tangy, creamy pasta dish that feels fancy but comes together quickly. Tender strips of beef and mushrooms are smothered in a rich sour cream sauce and served over egg noodles. It’s hearty, warming, and packed with umami flavor.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • 30-Minute Meal: Cooks very quickly.
  • Tender Beef: Quick searing keeps the steak soft.
  • Rich Sauce: The sour cream and mushroom combo is irresistible.
  • Comforting Noodles: Egg noodles are the perfect vessel for the sauce.
  • High Protein: Hearty and filling.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb sirloin steak, sliced into thin strips
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • Egg noodles, cooked

Instructions

  1. Sear steak strips in hot skillet in batches. Remove.
  2. Sauté mushrooms and onions in same pan.
  3. Add 2 tbsp flour; cook 1 min.
  4. Whisk in broth and Worcestershire. Simmer until thickened.
  5. Stir in sour cream (don’t boil!). Return beef to pan.
  6. Serve over hot egg noodles.

Tips

Freeze the steak for 20 minutes before slicing to make it easier to cut thin strips. Do not let the sauce boil once sour cream is added or it may curdle.

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