Ground Beef Stroganoff
A simple, creamy ground beef skillet with mushrooms and a tangy sour cream finish. Quick to make, balanced in flavor, and easy to serve with everyday sides.
Servings: 3
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, freshly ground
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Chopped parsley, for serving
Method:
Start Cooking- Heat avocado oil in a large pan over medium heat. Stir in garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant. Add ground beef, season with salt and black pepper, and cook until browned. If there is excess fat, drain most of it, then transfer the beef to a bowl.
- In the same pan, add mushrooms and water. Cook until the mushrooms release their moisture and soften, but do not let the pan go completely dry.
- Lower the heat. Return the ground beef to the pan, then stir in sour cream and paprika. Mix gently until everything is evenly coated and warmed through. Do not boil.
- Add lemon juice and stir to combine. Serve warm, topped with chopped parsley. Bon appétit.
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Notes:
From the table
- Cook the garlic briefly before adding beef to avoid burning and bitterness.
- Do not let the mushroom pan dry out completely; a little moisture helps create a smooth sauce.
- Lower the heat before adding sour cream to keep the texture creamy and prevent curdling.
- Drain excess fat from the beef, but leave a light coating in the pan for flavor.
- Add a few tablespoons of heavy cream for a smoother, milder sauce.
- Sprinkle in a pinch of red pepper flakes for subtle heat.
- Stir in a small amount of Dijon mustard for added depth.
- Swap parsley with fresh dill for a different finish.
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Nutrition:
Calories: 639 kcal | Carbohydrates: 7 g | Protein: 30 g | Fat: 55 g | Saturated Fat: 20 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 23 g | Trans Fat: 2 g | Cholesterol: 153 mg | Sodium: 130 mg | Potassium: 761 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 4 g | Vitamin A: 642 IU | Vitamin C: 5 mg | Calcium: 110 mg | Iron: 3 mg
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Ground beef
WHY WE LOVE IT
Ground beef is quick to cook, widely available, and brings a rich, savory base to simple dishes.
A LITTLE STORY
Beef stroganoff traces back to 19th-century Russia, traditionally made with sliced beef and a sour cream sauce.
DID YOU KNOW?
Ground beef cooks faster than whole cuts and absorbs seasoning more evenly.