Classic Beef Stroganoff – 30 Minute DinnerThis classic beef stroganoff is rich, creamy, and ready in 30 minutes. This beef stroganoff recipe uses tender sirloin, mushrooms, and a sour cream sauce. Perfect weeknight dinner served over egg noodles.Why This Beef Stroganoff Recipe WorksTraditional beef stroganoff takes hours, but this version is done in 30 minutes. The secret is slicing the beef thin and using a hot pan. You get the same restaurant flavor without the wait. My family calls this “fancy hamburger helper” because it’s that easy.This beef stroganoff serves 4 people and costs under $12 total. Way cheaper than takeout. It also reheats perfectly for lunch the next day.Ingredients for Beef Stroganoff- 1 lb beef sirloin, sliced thin- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced – 1 medium onion, diced- 2 cloves garlic, minced- 2 tbsp butter- 1 tbsp flour- 1 cup beef broth- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce- 1 tsp Dijon mustard- 3/4 cup sour cream- 12 oz egg noodles- Salt and black pepper to taste- Fresh parsley for garnishHow to Make Beef Stroganoff Step by StepStep 1: Cook egg noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside.Step 2: Season beef with salt and pepper. Heat a large skillet over high heat. Sear beef 1 minute per side. Remove beef and set aside.Step 3: In the same pan, melt butter. Add mushrooms and onion. Cook 5 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.Step 4: Sprinkle flour over veggies. Stir 1 minute. Slowly pour in beef broth while whisking.Step 5: Add Worcestershire sauce and Dijon mustard. Simmer 3 minutes until thick.Step 6: Turn heat to low. Stir in sour cream. Add beef back to pan. Don’t boil or sauce will curdle.Step 7: Serve beef stroganoff over hot egg noodles. Garnish with parsley.Pro Tips for Perfect Beef Stroganoff1. Use sirloin or tenderloin. Don’t use stew meat – it gets tough.2. Slice beef against the grain for tenderness.3. Room temperature sour cream won’t curdle. Take it out 20 minutes before cooking.4. For extra flavor, add 1/4 cup white wine with the broth.This beef stroganoff is pure comfort food. The creamy sauce with tender beef tastes like you cooked all day. My husband requests it every month. It beats any restaurant version.Store leftovers in the fridge 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of broth.Looking for dessert? Try my One Bowl Chocolate Cake next. It’s the perfect ending to this meal.Learn more about the history of this Russian dish on The Spruce Eats.