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Ground Beef Stroganoff Recipe

Creamy Ground Beef Stroganoff Recipe for Quick Comfort Meals

This Ground Beef Stroganoff Recipe offers quick and delicious comfort food perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute vegetable oil
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef (90% lean) Higher fat beef may require draining
  • 1 medium Onion (diced) Shallots can be a good substitute
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms (sliced) Cremini or button mushrooms can be used
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh is preferable, powdered can work in a pinch
For Thickening and Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Cornstarch is a great gluten-free alternative
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Chicken or vegetable broth can be used
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Half-and-half can be used for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Cream cheese is also a good alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can be a quick substitute
  • to taste Salt & Ground Black Pepper Adjust according to taste

Equipment

  • Large Deep Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil until shimmering.
  2. Add ground beef, breaking it into small pieces. Cook for about 5–7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  3. Add diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3–4 minutes until onions are translucent.
  4. Add sliced mushrooms and cook for an additional 4–5 minutes until softened.
  5. Sprinkle in all-purpose flour, stirring for 1 minute to thicken.
  6. Pour in beef broth, scraping the bottom of the pan. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  7. Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and pepper; simmer for 3–4 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream until well combined.
  9. Serve hot over noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 35gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Choose lean beef to minimize grease. Serve over various bases like noodles or rice for versatility.

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