Classic Beef Stroganoff

A rich and creamy Russian dish with tender beef, mushrooms, and a savory sauce served over egg noodles or rice.

Ingredients:

• 500g beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 200g mushrooms, sliced
• 1 tbsp flour
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• Cooked egg noodles or rice

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Beef:
   • Slice the beef thinly against the grain for tenderness.
   • Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
2. Cook the Beef:
   • Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
   • Add the beef and sear for 2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
3. Sauté the Vegetables:
   • In the same pan, add butter and let it melt.
   • Sauté onions until soft, then add garlic and mushrooms. Cook until mushrooms are golden brown.
4. Make the Sauce:
   • Sprinkle flour over the mushroom mixture and stir for 1 minute.
   • Slowly add beef broth while stirring to avoid lumps.
   • Mix in Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and sour cream. Stir well.
5. Combine:
   • Return the beef to the pan and simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
6. Serve:
   • Serve over egg noodles or rice, garnished with fresh parsley.

Tips:

• Use high-quality beef for the best texture.
• Adjust the thickness of the sauce with more broth if needed.