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Delicious Ground Beef Stroganoff served with creamy sauce and mushrooms

Ground Beef Stroganoff

A quick and creamy variation of the classic beef stroganoff, featuring ground beef, mushrooms, and a luscious sour cream sauce served over egg noodles or rice.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef Use lean ground beef for a lighter option.
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup sour cream Can be substituted with Greek yogurt.
  • 2 tablespoons flour Can be replaced with cornstarch for a gluten-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • Egg noodles or rice for serving To absorb the sauce.
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Cooking the Beef
  1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked, ensuring it's no longer pink in the center. Drain excess fat.
Adding Vegetables
  1. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent.
  2. Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook until tender and slightly browned.
Thickening the Sauce
  1. Sprinkle flour over the beef and vegetable mixture, stirring to combine.
  2. Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, stirring well.
  3. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it thicken for about 5 minutes.
Finishing Touches
  1. Reduce the heat and stir in the sour cream until fully incorporated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Serve over cooked egg noodles or rice, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat gently, adding a splash of broth if needed.