Beef Strogonoff Recipe

Name: Beef Strogonoff
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tbsp butter; 1 onion, thinly sliced; 8 oz (225g) cremini mushrooms, sliced; 1 1/2 lb (700g) filet mignon, cut across the grain into 2 x 1/2 in (5 x 13mm) strips; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 3 tbsp all purpose flour; 1 tbsp sweet paprika, plus extra for sprinkling; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 1/4 cups sour cream or creme fraiche; 1 tbsp Dijon mustard; 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

2 tbsp butter
1 onion, thinly sliced
8 oz (225g) cremini mushrooms, sliced
1 1/2 lb (700g) filet mignon, cut across the grain into 2 x 1/2 in (5 x 13mm) strips
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tbsp all purpose flour
1 tbsp sweet paprika, plus extra for sprinkling
2 tbsp olive oil
1 1/4 cups sour cream or creme fraiche
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1
Heat the butter in a large frying pan over medium heat.
2
Add the onion and cook about 8 minutes, until golden.
3
Add the mushrooms and cook about 5 minutes, until they begin to brown.
4
Transfer to a plate.
5
Meanwhile, season the beef with salt and pepper.
6
Mix the flour and paprika together in a large bowl, add the beef and toss well.
7
Add the oil to the pan and increase the heat to high.
8
In batches, add the beef and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 3 minutes, until the meat is seared.
9
Transfer to a plate.
10
Return the beef, onions, and mushrooms to the pan.
11
Stir over high heat for 1 minute.
12
Reduce the heat to medium-low.
13
Stir in the sour cream and mustard and heat, but do not boil.
14
Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
15
Sprinkle with paprika and serve hot.
16
Variation
17
Veal Strogonoff
18
Substitute 16 whole peeled small shallots for the onions.
19
Use 1 1/2 lb (700g) veal filet instead of the beef.
20
At the end of step 3, pour in 3 tbsp Cognac and immediately set it alight, shaking the pan until the flame is extinguished.

340

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tbsp butter, 1 onion, thinly sliced, 8 oz (225g) cremini mushrooms, sliced, 1 1/2 lb (700g) filet mignon, cut across the grain into 2 x 1/2 in (5 x 13mm) strips, and more.

Yes, Beef Strogonoff falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Beef Strogonoff

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