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Hamburger Stroganoff is a quick and hearty twist on the classic beef stroganoff. In this dish, ground beef takes center stage, cooked with mushrooms and onions in a savory sauce made with sour cream.
It’s a fuss-free and delicious way to enjoy the rich flavors of stroganoff without the need for fancy ingredients or lengthy preparation. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal that the whole family will love!
Ingredients to Make Hamburger Stroganoff
To whip up Hamburger Stroganoff, you’ll need a simple yet flavorful combination of pantry staples that transforms into a comforting and satisfying dish in no time.
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound fresh mushrooms (or 1 6oz can, drained)
- 10 1/2 oz cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup minced onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
How to Make Hamburger Stroganoff
STEP 1: In large skillet, over medium heat, brown ground beef. Drain off grease.
STEP 2: In same skillet, over medium heat, melt butter then saute onion and garlic.
STEP 3: Add mushrooms, flour, salt, and pepper.
STEP 4: Cook a few more minutes, then add soup. Simmer, uncovered, approximately 10 minutes.
STEP 5: Mix in sour cream. Continue cooking until cream is cooked through.
STEP 6: Serve with choice of noodles or rice. (Egg noodles is a great, hearty noodle for this meal!)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is stroganoff sauce made of?
Stroganoff sauce is made with sour cream, beef broth, and thickened with flour. It includes mushrooms and can include mustard flavor. The sauce has a pale brown color, complementing the deep golden-brown seared beef.
What’s the difference between stroganoff and goulash?
Classic goulash is a slow-cooked stew or soup with affordable meat, potatoes, veggies, and noodles. On the other hand, authentic stroganoff is made by pan-frying paprika-coated fillet steak with mushrooms and onions in a sauce of sour cream and brandy.
How to make beef stroganoff without cream of mushroom soup?
Instead of using mushroom soup, make your own creamy mushroom sauce for beef stroganoff. Just cook mushrooms, onions, and garlic in butter, add flour to thicken it, and slowly mix in beef broth and sour cream for a homemade creamy sauce.
What can I add to stroganoff for more flavor?
Chopped mushrooms and a mix of small onions and shallots make the final dish more tasty and diverse.
What can I use in stroganoff instead of Worcestershire sauce?
If you don’t have Worcestershire sauce for beef stroganoff, you can try using soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, red wine vinegar, or a mix of beef broth and red wine instead.
Hamburger Stroganoff is the perfect comfort meal for chilly fall or winter days. The warm and hearty blend of ground beef, mushrooms, and creamy sauce provides a cozy and satisfying experience, making it an ideal dish to enjoy when the weather turns cold.
I hope you give it a try and let me know what you think in the comments below!
Kitchen Items for this Recipe
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound fresh mushrooms or 1 6oz can, drained
- 10 1/2 oz cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup minced onion
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- In large skillet, over medium heat, brown ground beef. Drain off grease.
- In same skillet, over medium heat, melt butter then saute onion and garlic.
- Add mushrooms, flour, salt, and pepper.
- Cook a few more minutes, then add soup. Simmer, uncovered, approximately 10 minutes.
- Mix in sour cream. Continue cooking until cream is cooked through.
- Serve with choice of noodles or rice. (Egg noodles is a great, hearty noodle for this meal!)