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Beef Stroganoff with Ground Beef

Beef Stroganoff with Ground Beef

Beef Stroganoff with Ground Beef Recipe is quick, creamy, and comforting, made with ground beef, mushrooms, and sour cream.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American / Russian-Inspired
Servings 4
Calories 480 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet or deep frying pan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Medium pot (for noodles or rice)
  • Colander

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb 450 g ground beef
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 8 oz 225 g mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced

For the Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • ¾ cup sour cream room temperature

For Serving

  • 12 oz egg noodles or rice, mashed potatoes
  • Fresh parsley optional

Instructions
 

Step 1: Cook the Noodles

  • Start by boiling your egg noodles in salted water. Cook until just tender, then drain and set aside. A little butter tossed in helps prevent sticking.

Step 2: Brown the Ground Beef

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil, then ground beef. Break it up gently and let it brown fully. Don’t rush — browning equals flavor. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Once cooked, remove beef from the pan and set aside.

Step 3: Sauté the Onions and Mushrooms

  • In the same skillet, add butter. Toss in the onions and cook until soft and lightly golden. Add mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and turn golden brown. This step builds the heart of the flavor.
  • Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

Step 4: Make the Sauce Base

  • Sprinkle flour over the veggies. Stir well and cook for one minute to remove the raw flour taste. Slowly pour in beef broth while stirring. The sauce will thicken gently.
  • Add Worcestershire sauce, paprika, and black pepper.

Step 5: Bring It All Together

  • Return ground beef to the pan. Stir gently and simmer for 5–7 minutes until the sauce is smooth and rich.
  • Lower the heat. Stir in sour cream slowly. Do not boil after this — gentle heat keeps the sauce silky.
  • Taste and adjust salt.

Step 6: Serve and Enjoy

  • Serve hot over egg noodles. Sprinkle with parsley if you like.
  • Take a breath. Smell that? That’s comfort.
Keyword Beef Stroganoff with Ground Beef