Best Vegetarian Mushroom Stroganoff
A creamy, comforting dish with tender mushrooms and egg noodles, making it the best vegetarian alternative to classic stroganoff. This french-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 40 minutes pairs egg noodles, butter, medium, finely chopped onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 8 oz, sliced cremini mushrooms
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp dried dill
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook 12 oz egg noodles according to package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Step 2: Melt 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped medium onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
- Step 3: Add 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms and cook for 7-8 minutes until mushrooms release moisture and turn golden brown.
- Step 4: Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 5: Sprinkle 1/4 cup all-purpose flour over mixture and stir constantly for 1 minute to cook off raw flour taste.
- Step 6: Gradually whisk in 1 cup vegetable broth and 1/2 cup sour cream until smooth. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until sauce thickens to coat the back of a spoon.
- Step 7: Stir in 1 tsp dried dill and season with salt and pepper to taste. Add cooked egg noodles and toss until evenly coated. Serve hot.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Best Vegetarian Mushroom Stroganoff take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Best Vegetarian Mushroom Stroganoff?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep egg noodles from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Best Vegetarian Mushroom Stroganoff?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Best Vegetarian Mushroom Stroganoff for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Best Vegetarian Mushroom Stroganoff vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
- ★☆☆☆☆
Didn't come together the way I expected. Flavors were flat.
