Beef stroganoff is a classic Russian dish that has become a popular comfort food around the world. It typically consists of tender beef strips in a creamy sauce, served over egg noodles or rice. Here’s a recipe for beef stroganoff along with some information on its nutrition.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound of beef sirloin or tenderloin, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of butter
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 8 ounces of mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1 cup of beef broth
- 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup of sour cream
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Egg noodles or rice, for serving
- Chopped parsley or chives, for garnish
Instructions:
- Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the butter has melted, add the beef strips and cook until they are browned on all sides, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the beef from the pan and set it aside.
- In the same pan, add the onion, mushrooms, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are tender and lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to coat them. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Gradually pour in the beef broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Add the Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce, and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Add the beef back to the pan and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, until the beef is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the sour cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the beef stroganoff over cooked egg noodles or rice, and garnish with chopped parsley or chives.
Nutrition:
Beef stroganoff can be a nutritious and balanced meal if you choose your ingredients carefully. Beef is a good source of protein and iron, while mushrooms provide vitamins and minerals. However, the amount of calories, fat, and sodium in this dish can vary depending on the ingredients and serving size. Here is an approximate nutrition breakdown for one serving (1/6th of the recipe) made with the above recipe, assuming it is served with egg noodles:
- Calories: 440
- Protein: 27 grams
- Fat: 22 grams
- Carbohydrates: 32 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Sodium: 620 mg
Keep in mind that this is an estimate and the actual nutrition values may vary based on the specific ingredients and amounts used in your recipe. Additionally, the type of meat you use can impact the nutrition values. For a healthier option, consider using leaner cuts of beef, such as sirloin or tenderloin, and reducing the amount of butter and sour cream in the recipe. You could also serve the beef stroganoff over a bed of vegetables instead of noodles or rice to reduce the carbohydrate content.