Classic Beef and Mushroom Stroganoff
A rich, creamy dish featuring tender beef strips, sautéed mushrooms, and a velvety sour cream sauce, served over egg noodles for a comforting meal. This eastern european-inspired beef ready in about 50 minutes pairs thinly sliced beef sirloin, sliced button mushrooms, egg noodles for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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 beef sirloin
- 12 oz, sliced button mushrooms
- 12 oz egg noodles
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup, finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp dried dill
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook 12 oz egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1/2 cup finely chopped onion and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 12 oz sliced mushrooms and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden and tender. Stir in 1 lb thinly sliced beef sirloin and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned and nearly cooked through.
- Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup sour cream, 1 tsp dried dill, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tbsp water until smooth. Pour the sauce over the beef and mushrooms, stirring to coat. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
- Step 5: Toss the cooked noodles into the skillet and stir to combine. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped parsley and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Classic Beef and Mushroom Stroganoff take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (20 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 Classic Beef and 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 thinly sliced beef sirloin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Classic Beef and 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 Classic Beef and 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.
What goes well with Classic Beef and Mushroom Stroganoff?
Eastern European 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 30-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
