A creamy, hearty twist on the classic beef stroganoff, this recipe features tender meatballs in a rich mushroom sauce. Perfect for dinner, it pairs beautifully with noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Author:Elara
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Dinner
Method:Stove and oven
Cuisine:Russian-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs:
1 lb ground beef
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1 egg
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
Stroganoff Sauce:
2 tbsp butter
1 cup sliced mushrooms
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups beef broth
1 cup sour cream
1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Meatballs:
Mix all meatball ingredients, shape into balls, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
Make the Sauce:
Melt butter in a skillet, sauté mushrooms until golden. Add flour, whisk until combined, then slowly add beef broth. Simmer until thickened.
Combine:
Add the baked meatballs to the skillet, simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in sour cream and mustard. Adjust seasoning.
Serve:
Ladle the sauce and meatballs over cooked egg noodles or rice. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, add garlic or paprika to the sauce.
Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter option.