Beef Stroganoff Recipe | Little Spice Jar (2024)

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Beef Stroganoff is the ULTIMATE comfort food! Learn how to make my quick andeasy versionthat is perfect to serve over a bed of egg noodles.

Beef Stroganoff Recipe | Little Spice Jar (1)November officially means I can start piling on the comfort food, right?

Are we seriously 4 days into November? NOVEMBER? Who huh? I’m slightly uncomfortable with how quickly this year has flown by. To escape this reality, you can find me on my couch with a big bowl of this super comforting beef stroganoff.

I know it’s not just me when I say that we’re officially into comfort food season. AMIRIGHT? Soupsand one skillet chicken dinners like this one (over rice)are all perfect for the season.

Before the beef stroganoff police tickets my recipe, let me say, this is just my version of a stroganoff. I’m sure that there are many, more authentic recipes out there. This is just my take and I encourage you to try it because it’s super good.

Yup, totally tooting my own horn here.

Beef Stroganoff Recipe | Little Spice Jar (2)I love using small baby bella (or crimini) mushrooms in my recipe for beef stroganoff. It gives this dish so much more flavor and adds a little more nutrition from just having meat and gravy. It’s completely up to you, if you’d like to leave the mushrooms out and substitute in more meat, (which would be my husband) please do!

Another tip to remember, brown the meat in batches. You don’t want to over crowd the pan when your browning meat because that will simply result in steamed beef slices. If you’re using a 10 – 12 inch skillet, you will most definitely need to split the meat into 3-4 batches. It’s worth it, trust me! Also, I find that using a stainless steel skillet helps produce more flavor. This is because once the meat is browned (and mushrooms, shallots, and garlic) it leaves these little flavor bits all over the bottom of the skillet which we then deglaze with beef broth. If you use a nonstick skillet, it never has a chance to adhere to the bottom of the skillet, thus producing a less flavorful gravy! I sound like Alton Brown, can you tell i’ve really thought about this one?

Speaking of worth it, I went a littleoff script here and added a big splash of Worcestershire sauce to my stroganoff recipe. It really helps the flavors form. Definitely do not skip out on it.

Beef Stroganoff Recipe | Little Spice Jar (3)Another ingredient that I used is mustard. 2 small teaspoons and WOWZA! The flavor takes a whole new turn. Mustard really isn’t anything new to a beef stroganoff recipe. Many recipes around the world add in a bit to bright the flavor, it makes all the difference though. I wasn’t a believer in adding mustard until I was recipe testing this and i’m definitely never going back to my old ways.

Beef Stroganoff Recipe | Little Spice Jar (4)Now grab a ladle and serve up a big scoop of this beef stroganoff onto a bed of egg noodles. Warm, comforting gravy with lots of sliced mushrooms and tender beef.

Lots of fork twirling action with all those noodles. The perfect comfort food for a chilly evening. Now if only Houston would let us have one :/

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Yield: 4-5 servings

Beef Stroganoff

Prep Time10 minutes

Cook Time25 minutes

Total Time35 minutes

Beef Stroganoff is the ULTIMATE comfort food! Learn how to make my quick and easy version that is perfect to serve over a bed of egg noodles.

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Ingredients

  • 10 ounces wide egg noodles
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 ¼ lbs. thinly-sliced steam (sirloin, tenderloin, or even round top will work)
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 medium shallot, minced (or 2 small ones)
  • 3-4 cloves garlic, minced (use 3 for less garlicky flavor)
  • 8 ounces sliced mushrooms (I used baby bella)
  • 1 tablespoon all purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups beef broth
  • 2 teaspoons mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ¼ cup creme fraiche or sour cream

Instructions

  1. Cook the egg noodles in salted boiling water according to package directions.
  2. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter along with 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the meat in a single layer, season generously with salt and pepper. If the meat doesn't fit in 1 layer, hold off and repeat a second batch or as needed (adding more oil as needed). Let the meat cook for 2-3 minutes per side (depending on the size). Remove to a plate, set aside.
  3. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Toss the mushrooms and allow them to cook for 3 minutes stirring as required so they cook evenly on both sides. Remove to a plate, set aside.
  4. Add the minced shallots and allow them to cook in the remaining oil for 2 minutes.Then add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Sprinkle the flour and using a whisk, stir it around so it coats the shallots and garlic for 1 minute. It's going to be very dry and you're going to think you did something wrong, but keep going! Add the broth, ¼ cup at a time, while using the whisk to scrape the brown bits on the bottom of the skillet. Continue to add ¼ cup at a time until the pan is deglazed and the broth is added in. Add in the Worcestershire sauce and the mustard, let the sauce reduce for 5-8 minutes or until it thickens. Stir in the creme fraiche and allow sauce to thicken for another minute. Add the mushrooms and steak back into the skillet, stir to combine and season with additional salt and pepper if desired.
  5. Serve warm over egg noodles, garnishing with parsley if desired.

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Beef Stroganoff Recipe | Little Spice Jar (2024)

FAQs

What can I add to my beef stroganoff to give it more flavor? ›

Quartered mushrooms and a combination of pearl onions and shallots give the finished dish a more interesting texture and flavor. Adding gelatin to the chicken stock gives it more body, letting the sauce come together more tightly to coat the meat and noodles.

How do you make stroganoff less bland? ›

Stir about 1/2 cup of hot sauce into sour cream, then stir mixture back into sauce. Add mushrooms and beef; heat to warm through, about 1 minute. Adjust seasonings with salt and pepper and serve over buttered egg noodles.

What to add to Hamburger Helper stroganoff to make it taste better? ›

Worcestershire sauce: The Worcestershire sauce helps add a depth of flavor to the sauce. You could also substitute coconut aminos or soy sauce. Onions: You can use yellow onions, sweet onions, or even white onions. Garlic: Fresh is best.

What is the best 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 spice enhances beef flavor? ›

Beef tastes great when seasoned with oregano, rosemary, sage, garlic or a combination of these seasonings. Poultry gets an added burst of flavor with spices like paprika, lemongrass and saffron. Fish can be made more flavorful with dry mustard powder, thyme and turmeric.

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.

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

9 Worcestershire Sauce Substitutes That Get the Job Done
  1. DIY Imitation Blend.
  2. Reduced Balsamic Vinegar.
  3. Soy Sauce.
  4. Miso Paste.
  5. Oyster Sauce.
  6. Anchovy Paste.
  7. Red Wine.
  8. A1 Steak Sauce.
Apr 28, 2024

How do you spice up a bland dish? ›

5 ways to fix a bland recipe
  1. Salt.
  2. Acid.
  3. Chile peppers.
  4. Sugar.
  5. Fresh herbs.
Mar 6, 2023

What is stroganoff sauce 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. I love the pale brown creamy colour against the deep golden brown seared beef!

How do you amp up Hamburger Helper stroganoff? ›

Stir in cooked mushrooms and a dollop of sour cream just before serving. Sprinkle with fresh parsley for garnish.

How do you add sour cream to stroganoff without curdling? ›

How to Keep Stroganoff Sauce from Curdling
  1. Start with room temperature sour cream.
  2. 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.

What if I add too much liquid to my beef stroganoff? ›

Cornstarch is a reliable and widely used thickening agent, that works in sauces, gravies, and soups. Composed of a long chain of starch molecules, it has the ability to absorb water and form a gel-like consistency, giving your beef stroganoff the desired thickness without altering the way it tastes.

Can you make beef stroganoff without cream of mushroom soup? ›

Ingredients
  1. 1 1/2 lbs ground beef, (85/15)
  2. 1 tbsp olive oil.
  3. 1 medium yellow onion, diced.
  4. 8 oz cremini or button mushrooms, sliced.
  5. 2 tbsp all-purpose flour.
  6. 1 ¼ cup beef broth.
  7. 1 cup heavy cream.
  8. ⅓ cup sour cream.
Sep 9, 2023

Why does my stroganoff taste sour? ›

Add too much sour cream and its sourness will overwhelm the sauce and make it too acidic to enjoy; too little and your dish might just seem dry or lacking in richness. To find the ideal balance, start with a moderate amount of sour cream, mix it in, and taste the sauce.

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.

What can I add to beef to make it taste better? ›

Once the beef has rendered its fat, it's time to generously add your mix of seasonings — granulated garlic, granulated onion, ground cumin, and cayenne powder. These seasonings absorb the rendered fat, bloom, and beautifully transform the beef.

How do you deepen beef flavor? ›

Getting a more beefy beef stew
  1. Mushrooms (Crimini, sh*take, Lions Mane, etc.), browned beforehand.
  2. Dried mushrooms.
  3. Caramelized onions.
  4. Roasted garlic.
  5. Deglaze your pan (since you don't use wine, deglaze with broth)
Oct 23, 2023

What enhances the flavor of the meat? ›

Intensify the flavors of meat, poultry and fish with high-heat cooking techniques such as pan-searing, grilling or broiling, which help to brown meat and add flavor. Just don't overcook, burn or char meat. Roast veggies in a very hot (450°F) oven or grill for a sweet, smoky flavor.

What ingredient and taste that you would add to enhance the flavor of a bland stew without adding more salt? ›

5 Ways to Add Flavor Without Adding More Salt
  1. Stir in herbs and spices.
  2. Add a splash of vinegar.
  3. Squeeze or zest citrus.
  4. Sprinkle in some cheese.
  5. Add aromatics like garlic, onions, and shallots.
May 1, 2019

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