Healthier Beef Stroganoff
Ingredients
- 8.5 oz. wide egg noodles
240 g
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb. beef
450 g
- salt and pepper
- 1 onion
finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic
minced
- ½ lb. cremini mushrooms
225 g
- ½ cup dry white wine
120 ml
- 1 ½ cups beef broth
360 ml
- 1 tablespoon all purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons Dijion mustard
- ¼ cup plain 2% fat Greek yogurt
70 g
- fresh parsley
finely chopped
Directions
- 1
In a large pot filled with salted water, cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions.
- 2
As your pasta water is coming to a boil, sautee the beef with 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season with salt and pepper.
- 3
Let the meat cook for 3 minutes per side. When both sides are browned, remove the beef from the pan, and transfer to a plate. Set aside. (If the meat doesn't fit in 1 layer, you may need to work in batches).
- 4
With the remaining oil, sautee the onion for about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and mushrooms, and stir to combine. Continue sauteing for another 5 minutes, or until the mushrooms are cooked and the onions are soft.
- 5
Add the white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up the browned bits. You can also use a small amount of beef broth if you don’t want to use alcohol.
- 6
In a medium bowl, whisk together the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, Dijion mustard and flour until smooth.
- 7
Once the wine has cooked off pour the mixture into the pan, stir and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 8
Add the Greek yogurt and stir until combined. Return the beef back into the skillet, stir to combine and season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- 9
Serve this healthier beef stroganoff over the egg noodles and garnish with chopped parsley.
- 10
Enjoy!
Healthier Beef Stroganoff
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting classic that's both deeply satisfying and lighter on the palate? This Healthier Beef Stroganoff delivers all the rich, savory flavor you love in just 30 minutes, without the usual butter or sour cream.
The brilliance of this recipe lies in its ingenious substitutions. By using 2% fat plain Greek yogurt instead of traditional sour cream, it achieves a wonderfully creamy texture and a delightful tang, while significantly reducing the fat content. This clever swap, combined with the savory depth of beef broth and the aromatic kick of dry white wine, creates a sauce that tastes every bit as luxurious as its full-fat counterparts.
Prepare for tender, thinly sliced beef, whether you choose sirloin or tenderloin, nestled among wide egg noodles. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of flavors, from the earthy cremini mushrooms and sweet, finely diced onions to the subtle warmth of garlic. The sauce, brightened by a hint of Dijon mustard and a splash of Worcestershire sauce, coats everything beautifully, creating a hearty and comforting meal that feels surprisingly light. It's the kind of dish that warms you from the inside out, proving that healthier eating never has to sacrifice on taste or texture.
This Healthier Beef Stroganoff is wonderfully adaptable to your pantry and preferences. While the recipe calls for specific beef cuts like sirloin or tenderloin, other thinly sliced beef options can work. If cremini mushrooms aren't available, standard white button mushrooms are a suitable substitute. Feel free to use your favorite pasta shape if wide egg noodles aren't on hand. For a slightly different flavor profile in the sauce, you could even use homemade vegetable stock in place of beef broth, as the creator noted, or experiment with a full-fat plain Greek yogurt for an even richer mouthfeel.
Serve this quick and delicious Healthier Beef Stroganoff as a complete, stand-alone meal, perhaps alongside a crisp green salad or some steamed vegetables for a well-rounded dinner. A generous sprinkle of fresh, finely chopped parsley adds a vibrant finish, both in flavor and appearance.