Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step 1 – Cook the Beef
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain excess fat and set beef aside.
Step 2 – Sauté Aromatics
- In the same skillet, melt butter.
- Add onions and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and mushrooms, cooking until mushrooms release liquid and turn golden, about 6–7 minutes.
Step 3 – Build the Base
- Sprinkle flour over the mushroom mixture and stir well to coat.
- Slowly add beef broth while stirring to avoid lumps.
- Add Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce, simmering until the sauce thickens.
Step 4 – Combine
- Return cooked beef to skillet and stir into the sauce.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
Step 5 – Make it Creamy
- Stir in sour cream (and Kitchen Bouquet if using) until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Step 6 – Serve
- Serve hot over egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes, garnished with parsley.
Notes
🧊 Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container up to 4 days.
Freezer: Freeze without sour cream for up to 2 months; add sour cream when reheating.
Reheating: Warm gently on stovetop, stirring in a splash of broth if sauce thickens.
🥄 Variations
Low-Carb: Serve over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles.
Healthier: Use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
Extra Rich: Add a splash of heavy cream along with sour cream.
Vegetarian: Swap beef for lentils or plant-based ground meat.
❓ 10 FAQs
What pasta goes best with stroganoff?
Egg noodles are classic, but rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta all work. Can I make this gluten-free?
Yes, use cornstarch instead of flour and gluten-free noodles. Can I use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream?
Yes, but add it off the heat to avoid curdling. Do I have to use mushrooms?
They’re traditional, but you can skip or replace with zucchini or bell peppers. Is ground beef stroganoff freezer-friendly?
Yes, but freeze before adding sour cream for best texture. Can I make this in a slow cooker?
Yes, but brown beef and mushrooms first; stir in sour cream at the end. Can I double the recipe?
Absolutely, it scales well for meal prep. How do I keep the sauce smooth?
Add sour cream on low heat to prevent curdling. What’s Kitchen Bouquet?
A browning sauce used for deeper color and flavor, optional in this recipe. What garnishes work best?
Fresh parsley, chives, or even a sprinkle of paprika. 🏁 Conclusion
This Ground Beef Stroganoff is a comforting, budget-friendly twist on a classic dish. Creamy, savory, and full of flavor, it’s a quick dinner that feels indulgent but comes together in under 40 minutes. Whether over noodles, rice, or potatoes, it’s a hearty meal that’s sure to please.
Egg noodles are classic, but rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta all work. Can I make this gluten-free?
Yes, use cornstarch instead of flour and gluten-free noodles. Can I use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream?
Yes, but add it off the heat to avoid curdling. Do I have to use mushrooms?
They’re traditional, but you can skip or replace with zucchini or bell peppers. Is ground beef stroganoff freezer-friendly?
Yes, but freeze before adding sour cream for best texture. Can I make this in a slow cooker?
Yes, but brown beef and mushrooms first; stir in sour cream at the end. Can I double the recipe?
Absolutely, it scales well for meal prep. How do I keep the sauce smooth?
Add sour cream on low heat to prevent curdling. What’s Kitchen Bouquet?
A browning sauce used for deeper color and flavor, optional in this recipe. What garnishes work best?
Fresh parsley, chives, or even a sprinkle of paprika. 🏁 Conclusion
This Ground Beef Stroganoff is a comforting, budget-friendly twist on a classic dish. Creamy, savory, and full of flavor, it’s a quick dinner that feels indulgent but comes together in under 40 minutes. Whether over noodles, rice, or potatoes, it’s a hearty meal that’s sure to please.