Description
This Ground Beef Stroganoff is a quick and comforting dish featuring tender ground beef and mushrooms in a creamy, flavorful sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner served over classic egg noodles and garnished with fresh parsley.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces cremini or baby bella mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 8 ounces egg noodles, cooked according to package instructions
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, stirring occasionally. Drain off any excess fat to keep the dish from becoming greasy.
- Add Aromatics: Add the finely chopped onions to the skillet and sauté until they become translucent, about 4 to 5 minutes, which develops the foundational flavor.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant to enhance the savory profile.
- Sauté Mushrooms: Add the sliced cremini or baby bella mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they are softened and have released their moisture, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
- Create the Roux: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour evenly over the mixture in the skillet. Stir well and cook for 1 to 2 minutes; this helps to thicken the sauce and remove the raw flour taste.
- Add Broth and Simmer: Gradually pour in the beef broth while stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Add Worcestershire sauce and simmer the mixture for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens nicely.
- Incorporate Sour Cream: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the sour cream until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Avoid boiling at this stage to prevent curdling.
- Season: Taste the sauce and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed to brighten the flavors.
- Serve: Spoon the ground beef stroganoff over cooked egg noodles for a traditional presentation.
- Garnish: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top for a fresh and colorful finish.
Notes
- Drain excess fat well after browning the ground beef to avoid a greasy sauce.
- Use fresh mushrooms for best flavor; canned mushrooms are not recommended.
- Do not boil after adding sour cream to prevent curdling.
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter option.
- Serve immediately for best taste and texture; leftovers can be stored up to 3 days refrigerated.