Braised Beef Stroganoff with Sour Cream and Mushrooms
Tender strips of beef simmered with earthy mushrooms and onions in a rich, creamy sour cream sauce served over egg noodles. This russian-inspired beef ready in about 45 minutes pairs thinly sliced into strips beef sirloin, olive oil, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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
- 1 lb, thinly sliced into strips beef sirloin
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 medium, thinly sliced yellow onion
- 8 oz, sliced cremini mushrooms
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 8 oz egg noodles
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add 8 oz egg noodles, cooking for 7-8 minutes until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until butter melts and foams. Add 1 lb thinly sliced beef sirloin and season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Sear the beef strips for 2-3 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Remove beef from skillet and set aside.
- Step 3: In the same skillet, add 1 medium thinly sliced yellow onion and 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms. Sauté over medium heat for 6-7 minutes until onions are translucent and mushrooms release their moisture and begin to brown.
- Step 4: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Sprinkle 2 tbsp all-purpose flour evenly over the vegetables and stir well to coat, cooking for 1 minute to eliminate raw flour taste.
- Step 5: Slowly pour in 2 cups beef broth while stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Add 1 tbsp Dijon mustard and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, cooking for 4-5 minutes until thickened.
- Step 6: Return the beef along with any juices to the skillet and cook for another 3-4 minutes until beef is cooked through and sauce coats the meat.
- Step 7: Remove skillet from heat and stir in 1/2 cup sour cream until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Step 8: Serve the beef stroganoff over the cooked egg noodles and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Braised Beef Stroganoff with Sour Cream and Mushrooms take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 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 Braised Beef Stroganoff with Sour Cream and Mushrooms?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Braised Beef Stroganoff with Sour Cream and Mushrooms?
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 Braised Beef Stroganoff with Sour Cream and Mushrooms 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.
What goes well with Braised Beef Stroganoff with Sour Cream and Mushrooms?
Russian beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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