Beef Stroganoff Recipe

This Beef Stroganoff Recipe is a creamy and quick recipe, which is made with tender fillet steak and wild mushrooms. It’s the perfect 30-minute meal, ready in about 20 minutes.

Beef Stroganoff Recipe Ingredients

• 1 red onion
• 1 clove of garlic
• 1 lemon
• 2 handfuls of wild mushrooms
• 2-3 sprigs of fresh flat-leaf parsley
• 500g fillet steak
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Olive oil
• 1 knob of unsalted butter
• 1 small glass of brandy
• 50ml sour cream
• Sea salt and black pepper

How To Make Beef Stroganoff Recipe

1. Prep the ingredients: Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic. Finely grate the lemon zest. Clean and tear the mushrooms into bite-sized pieces. Pick and finely chop the parsley leaves.
2. Prepare the beef: Place the steak between two sheets of clingfilm and bash with a rolling pin until it is about ½ cm thick. Cut the flattened steak into finger-width slices. In a small bowl, mix the paprika, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Dust this mixture over the beef slices.
3. Sauté the aromatics: In a large frying pan over a medium-low heat, fry the onion and garlic in a little olive oil until softened. Turn the heat up to high, add the mushrooms and butter, and sauté until the mushrooms are golden brown. Tip the mixture onto a plate and set aside.
4. Sear the beef: Add a little more oil to the hot pan and fry the beef slices for 2 minutes, turning frequently, until browned on the outside but still pink inside.
5. Combine and finish: Stir the mushroom and onion mixture back into the pan with the beef. Pour in the brandy and let it bubble and reduce for 1 minute until almost completely evaporated. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the sour cream and chopped parsley.

Recipe Tips

• What is the best steak for stroganoff? Fillet steak is ideal because it’s incredibly tender and cooks in seconds. For a more budget-friendly option, you can use sirloin or rump steak, but be sure to bash it very thin to ensure it stays tender.
• How do I avoid tough beef? The secret is a very hot pan and a very short cooking time. Don’t overcrowd the pan (cook in batches if needed) and sear the beef for just a minute or two until it’s browned but still pink inside.
• Why bash the steak? Pounding the steak thin with a rolling pin or meat mallet tenderizes the meat and ensures it cooks almost instantly, which is key for a classic stroganoff.
• Can I make this without brandy? Yes. If you prefer to cook without alcohol, you can deglaze the pan with a splash of good-quality beef or mushroom broth instead of the brandy.

What To Serve With Beef Stroganoff

This creamy and savory dish is traditionally served with accompaniments that can soak up the delicious sauce.

• Fluffy white rice
• Wide egg noodles
• Creamy mashed potatoes
• A side of crusty bread and gherkins

How To Store Beef Stroganoff

• Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a pan over low heat. Do not bring it to a boil, as this can cause the sour cream sauce to split.

Beef Stroganoff Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 580 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 10g
• Protein: 45g
• Fat: 35g
• Saturated Fat: 15g
• Sodium: 350mg
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 5g

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

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