on Dec 17, 2010, Updated Nov 29, 2023 22 Comments Simple yet scrumptious and satisfying dinners like this Easy Beef Stroganoff recipe are always favorites – especially during a busy week! I especially love easy recipes I can have on the table in 30 minutes or less, like this dish or Spaghetti, Chili, and Fried Chicken! Making this beef stroganoff recipe is very easy. You can make this incredibly tasty meal on your stovetop anytime with just a few ingredients and a large skillet. There is no need to pull out the slow cooker or the instant pot for this favorite comfort food recipe!
How to Make Beef Stroganoff
This recipe is perfect for family dinners any night of the week and impressive for serving guests! It doesn’t require a lot of prep and can be modified in several ways. Here’s how you’ll make it.
Ingredients
Be sure to see the recipe card below for the full listing of ingredients, instructions, notes, and estimated nutritional information.
Beef – I like to use a chuck roast sliced into 1/4-inch slices. You can also use ribeye steak, sirloin steak, beef tenderloin, or your favorite cut of beef if you prefer. Stone House Seasoning – My family’s favorite house seasoning blend (my last name is Stone). It is the perfect ratio of salt, pepper, and garlic, and I use it in many recipes. Sour Cream– Use full-fat sour cream as low or reduced-fat versions can break in the sauce as it heats. Sour cream is essential to stroganoff sauce! Noodles – Egg noodles are traditionally served with beef stroganoff. I used wide egg noodles in these photos. But for those sensitive to eggs, mashed potatoes, rice, or other flat noodles are delicious, too! Fresh Parsley – I love to top my final beef stroganoff with fresh parsley for a touch of color. This is optional.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Cook the Beef
Brown the thinly sliced beef in olive oil as instructed over medium-high heat. Sprinkle the beef with the Stone House Seasoning and saute until the beef is cooked throughout (about 8 minutes).
Make the Stroganoff Sauce
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the sour cream until smooth and all the beef strips are coated. The sour cream will make a creamy sauce added to the beef. Optional – For more sauce, add a bit of beef broth or beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, or coconut aminos, and cook on low heat until it thickens. Do not boil; sour cream will curdle if the heat is too high. If it doesn’t thicken enough after adding the broth and Worcestershire sauce, you can make a slurry by removing some of the warm sauce into a small bowl, about 1/4 cup. Then, add 1 teaspoon of cornstarch to the bowl and whisk until smooth. Then, whisk the slurry back into the skillet with the remainder of the sauce.
Serve the Beef Stroganoff
If serving with egg noodles, add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the beef and sauce or spoon the beef stroganoff over the cooked noodles. If you are serving with mashed potatoes, serve over the top of the potatoes. Garnish with fresh parsley if using.
Ways to Serve Beef Stroganoff
This Easy Beef Stroganoff is a treasured comfort food. Here are some favorite ways to serve it: Egg Noodles – This is the traditional way it’s served. Either scoop on top of the noodles or mix the egg noodles into the skillet when ready to serve. Other flat pasta works well, too. Mashed Potatoes – Such a satisfying, delicious way to eat this dish! Rice – Serve over white or brown rice for another tasty serving option.
Storage Instructions
To make ahead: Cook the beef, add sour cream sauce according to the recipe, and allow it to cool completely. Place in airtight containers and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Heat on the stove over low heat when ready to prepare the meal, and prepare the egg noodles fresh just before serving. To store: Place cooled leftovers in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat the sauce on the stove over low heat and either reheat the noodles or boil some fresh ones. To freeze: Beef stroganoff freezes well, but I do not advise freezing the noodles. Allow the sauce to cool, place in a freezer-safe, airtight container, and freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to serve, thaw overnight in the refrigerator, reheat on the stove on low heat, and serve over freshly boiled noodles.
Variations of Stroganoff
Make this tasty classic beef stroganoff, or use some of these ideas for variations of this delicious recipe!
Ground Beef Stroganoff
You can also use ground beef in your stroganoff! Brown the ground beef and then use it as you would any other cut of beef.
Vegetarian Stroganoff
Use your favorite seasonal vegetables for a veggie stroganoff meal.
Mushroom Stroganoff
Instead of beef, use white button mushrooms, Bella mushrooms, or even cremini mushrooms for a delicious meatless family favorite meal.
Some Side Dishes to Serve with Beef Stroganoff
This satisfying supper is great with so many side dishes. Here are a few of my favorites: Green Beans House Salad Roasted Vegetables Here’s how I make my Beef Stroganoff. I think you’ll love it. Dinner tonight? Enjoy!Robyn xo
