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Best Beef Stroganoff Recipe

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This Best Beef Stroganoff recipe is a classic Russian-inspired dish featuring tender strips of sirloin beef and sautéed mushrooms cooked in a rich and creamy sauce made with brandy, beef stock, and sour cream. Perfectly seasoned and garnished with fresh parsley, this hearty dish is traditionally served over mashed potatoes or rice for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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Meat and Vegetables

  • 450g (1 lbs) beef steak (sirloin), cut into strips
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 225g (1/2 lbs) crimini or chestnut mushrooms, sliced

Cooking Fats and Liquids

  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 60ml (1/4 cup) brandy
  • 125ml (1/2 cup) beef stock
  • 250ml (1 cup) full fat creme fraiche or sour cream

Seasonings and Garnish

  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp whole grain mustard
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground pepper, to taste
  • 3–4 sprigs flat-leaf parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Sauté Onions and Mushrooms: Heat oil and butter in a heavy skillet over medium-low heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and mushrooms and cook gently for 7 to 10 minutes until softened and lightly browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  2. Cook the Beef: In the same skillet, increase heat to high and add the beef strips. Quickly fry for 3 to 5 minutes until browned on all sides but still tender.
  3. Deglaze and Build Sauce: Pour in the brandy carefully and cook until the alcohol evaporates. Add the beef stock, whole grain mustard, bay leaf, salt, and freshly ground pepper. Scrape the bottom of the pan with a spatula to release all the flavorful browned bits, stirring everything to combine.
  4. Combine Mushrooms and Onions: Return the sautéed mushrooms and onions to the pan. Cook everything together for 3 minutes until heated through and bubbling.
  5. Finish with Sour Cream and Parsley: Lower the heat and gently stir in the creme fraiche or sour cream to prevent the sauce from splitting. Remove the bay leaf, sprinkle chopped parsley over the top, and remove the pan from heat. Serve immediately with mashed potatoes or rice.

Notes

  • Use sirloin or a tender cut of beef for the best texture and flavor.
  • To prevent the sour cream from curdling, add it over low heat and avoid boiling after adding.
  • Brandy can be substituted with dry white wine if preferred.
  • Fresh parsley adds a bright contrast to the creamy sauce and should not be omitted.
  • This dish pairs wonderfully with creamy mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or steamed rice.

Keywords: beef stroganoff, creamy beef recipe, sirloin beef stroganoff, mushroom sauce, classic comfort food

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