Beef Stroganoff Without Mushrooms Recipe

Beef Stroganoff is a Russian dish made with beef sauteed in a sauce. The sauce uses broth, caramelized onions, seasonings, and sour cream. The original recipe uses mushrooms, but today…

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Beef Stroganoff Without Mushrooms Recipe
  • Prep10 min
  • Cook20 min
  • Total30 min
  • Serves4
  • Calories18 kcal

    Beef Stroganoff is a Russian dish made with beef sauteed in a sauce. The sauce uses broth, caramelized onions, seasonings, and sour cream. The original recipe uses mushrooms, but today we’ll discuss how to make beef Stroganoff without them.

    Beef Stroganoff tastes best with mushrooms. But some people like beef stroganoff without mushrooms. Also, if someone in your home is allergic to mushrooms, then you have no choice but to cook this dish without mushrooms. 

    To make Beef Stroganoff Without Mushrooms, brown the meat with garlic, salt, and pepper in a skillet. Then, caramelize the onions in beef broth. Make sure the broth doesn’t dry up completely. Return the beef to the pan and cook over low heat for a few minutes. Pour in the sour cream, then add salt and pepper. Serve it with cooked egg noodles.

    This is just a brief overview of the recipe. You will know more details later. It is a simple, easy recipe to follow so you can do it right.

    Expert Tips That I Recommend 

    • Choose the right beef for the recipe. Always use tender cuts like tenderloin, and slice the meat thinly against the grain.
    • Cook the beef in a single layer. This helps it brown without releasing too much steam.
    • Always cook the onions over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Give them enough time to soften and caramelize.
    • Lower the heat before adding sour cream to prevent it from getting grainy.
    • Before adding more seasoning, just taste it. This way, you can prevent the recipe from turning salty.

    Recipe Variation for Different Diets 

    • Keto Version: Swap egg noodles for zucchini noodles and use full-fat sour cream instead of regular sour cream. 
    • Gluten-Free: Check whether the sour cream is gluten-free, and replace the egg noodles with gluten-free noodles.
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    Storing And Reheating This Recipe 

    Storing

    • Let the stroganoff cool completely, then pack it in an airtight container. Store it in the refrigerator, and it will stay fresh for up to 3 days.

    Reheating

    • Stovetop: Heat a skillet, add the stroganoff, and warm over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes. Keep stirring so it doesn’t burn or overheat.
    • Air Fryer: Reheat the stroganoff at 320°F for 5-8 minutes. Add a splash of broth if it looks dry.

    What To Serve With This Recipe

    The delicious, ultra-creamy Beef Stroganoff Without Mushrooms pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, steamed rice, buttered noodles, or crusty gluten-free bread to soak up every bit of the savory sauce. For a lighter plate, serve it alongside roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad. You can add various recipe variations to the stroganoff.

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    Beef Stroganoff Without Mushrooms Recipe

    To make Beef Stroganoff Without Mushrooms, brown the meat with spices, caramelize the onions in beef broth, then add the beef to the pan to cook for a few minutes.
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    • Prep10 minutes
    • Cook20 minutes
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    • Total30 minutes
    • Serves4
    • Calories18kcal

    Ingredients

    • 2 Cloves of Garlic
    • 1 Teaspoon Salt more to taste
    • 1 Teaspoon Pepper more to taste
    • 1 Can Beef Broth
    • 1 Small Onion sliced
    • 1 16-ounce Sour Cream (do not use fat-free)
    • 1½ Pounds Ground Beef or Sirloin Tip Steak, cut into thin strips
    • 1 package Egg Noodles or Rice, prepared

    Equipment

    • Skillet
    • Ladle
    • Pan
    • Plate
    • Knife
    • Spoon

    Method

    • Heat a skillet and cook the meat with garlic, salt, and pepper until it browns, about 10 minutes. Remove it from the skillet and keep it aside.
    • In the same skillet, add the beef broth and sliced onions. Cook until the onions caramelize and the broth reduces for about 20 minutes. Do not completely evaporate the beef broth.
    • Transfer the beef to the pan and cook over low heat for 3-5 minutes. Pour in sour cream and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook on low heat for 10-15 minutes, until it thickens and is no longer runny.
    • Serve hot with noodles and garnish with parsley.

    Recipe notes

    Nutrition

    per serving
    • 18kcalCalories
    • 2gCarbs
    • 2gProtein
    • 0.3gFat
    • 0.3gFibre
    • 1gSugar
    • 1073mgSodium
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    FAQs About Beef Stroganoff Without Mushrooms 

    Why should I cook beef separately first?

    Cook the beef separately first, as it needs to develop a flavourful brown crust. Also, be careful not to overcook the meat during the sauce-making process.

    How do I prevent onions from burning?

    Use medium to low heat and stir the onions between additions. If the onions dry out, add a splash of broth.

    How do I prevent beef from getting chewy?

    Follow these simple steps to prevent beef from turning chewy. First, cut it into tender pieces, brown it quickly, and avoid simmering it for too long.

    What is the ideal sauce consistency?

    The ideal sauce consistency should be thick and creamy enough to coat the beef and onions, but still loose enough to spoon easily. If it has thickened too much, add broth to loosen it up.

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    Conclusion 

    This delicious, rustic, creamy Beef Stroganoff Without Mushrooms features stew meat cooked until tender, a creamy, seasoned sour cream sauce, egg noodles, and, of course, no mushrooms.

    The best part is that you can make it with just a handful of ingredients and enjoy savory flavors with caramelized onions and tender pieces of beef in just 30 minutes. Sounds delicious, right? So, get up and treat yourself with this exotic recipe.

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