Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff Recipe
You may have heard about beef stroganoff considering it’s very well-known and available to order in many restaurants around the world. According to Bon Appetit, the dish originated in Russia in the 1800s. Many people regard stroganoff as comfort food and why not? It’s super tasty, and the meat just melts in your mouth! At first glance, you might think that the dish is complicated. However, it’s actually not hard to make at home if you have an Instant Pot handy .
“This is such a simple dish, but it’s packed full of flavor,” says Ting Dalton, recipe creator, award-winning writer, and blogger of Cook Simply. For non-meat eaters, don’t feel left out. You can definitely still enjoy this dish. “A vegetarian option is to remove the beef altogether and just double or even triple the number of mushrooms. You could use different types of mushrooms portabello, chestnut mushrooms. Mix them up,” says Dalton.
Making vegetarian stroganoff can also be easier: “There would be no need to do the flour step. You’d fry the mushrooms with the onions and garlic, add the flour and mix well before adding the beef broth and continuing with the rest of the steps,” Dalton advised.
Whichever version you’re making, this Instant Pot stroganoff might become your comfort food of choice. Now, let’s get cooking.
Can I Cook The Egg Noodles In The Instant Pot
When I was researching how to make Beef Stroganoff in the Instant Pot, I came across a lot of recipes that suggested cooking the egg noodles in the Instant Pot with the sauce. I have cooked noodles in the Instant Pot before and I have found that they come out a little on the soft side. My family prefers noodles more al dente, so I like to cook them separately. If you want to cook the noodles with the sauce, follow steps 1-8 below and then add the egg noodles to the pot. Set the Instant Pot to Manual and cook on high for 5 minutes. Do a natural release for 5 minutes, and then a quick release. You shouldnt have to follow the optional thickening instructions, since the pasta will release some starch into the sauce while cooking.
How To Make Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff
These step by step photos and instructions are here to help you visualize how to make this recipe. You can Jump to Recipe to get the printable version of this recipe, complete with measurements and instructions at the bottom.
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Serve Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff
In a serving bowl, layer beef slices on top of cooked egg noodles.
Drizzle with the yummy sauce and garnish with finely chopped parsley or chives.
*Pro Tip: Jazz it up by pairing the Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff with the remaining dry white wine!
A sip of wine with a spoonful of Umami Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff makes a nice fine dining course at home.
Instant Pot Easy Beef Stroganoff
- prep time:10min
- calories:2981 serving
When you make our Instant Pot® Easy Beef Stroganoff recipe, everything, including the noodles, cooks right in the Instant Pot® which makes cleanup a breeze. Cream of mushroom soup, paprika and sour cream deliver on the classic flavor of a stroganoff. Weve used beef sirloin in this recipe to cut down on the cook time and the Instant Pot® keeps the beef moist and flavorful in this easy beef dinner recipe. Be sure to follow the cooking directions exactly for a perfect result every time.
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Can I Make This In The Slow Cooker
Yes! If you do not have an Instant Pot, no worries there. In fact, I first adapted this recipe for the slow cooker before I re-adapted it for the Instant Pot. You all loved the slow cooker version so much that I decided to see if I could make it even easier for you. So if you are in the mood for this Americanized comfort food on these last days of cold weather then you have options. Slow cooker or Instant Pot, both so good, both sure to be hits with you and yours.
Can You Make Beef Stroganoff In The Crockpot
Absolutely! Making it in the Slow Cooker is very simple as well.
- First, brown the meat and vegetables in a skillet before adding them to the Slow Cooker. This locks in the flavors and adds plenty of richness to this dish. However, if you are in a hurry, and can skip this step, and simply place the beef and vegetables into the Crockpot right away.
- Add the stock to the beef, then the mustard and season. Ensure to add enough water to just cover the beef. Then, put the lid on and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
- Next, cook the egg noodles according to their package directions.
- Add the cooked and drained noodles to the crockpot. Then, add the sour cream and mustard. Stir well. Cover the lid, and cook for another 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Ingredient Info And Substitution Suggestions
BEEF Using a higher quality steak works great in this recipe but the pressure cook setting on the instant pot will turn even tough cuts of meat into tender bites. So you can use a less expensive cut of meat like flank steak and skirt steak with ease.
GRAVY Some people prefer their gravy with dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce for extra flavor, but you may omit them if desired. You can substitute the sour cream with Greek yogurt if needed.
Can You Freeze Beef Stroganoff
While you can absolutely freeze the cooked meat and vegetables for this beef stroganoff, we recommend waiting to add the egg noodles and Greek yogurt to this dish if youre planning to freeze it.
The consistency of the Greek yogurt can become a bit lumpy and inconsistent when frozen and then thawed, and the egg noodles tend to get a bit mushy.
If youre planning to make this ahead of time and then freeze for later, simply leave the Greek yogurt and noodles out, and add them in once the dish is thawed.
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Best Cut Of Meat For Stroganoff
What is the best meat for beef stroganoff? We tested this recipe with a few different cuts of meat before we landed on a 2-lb. beef chuck roast. We found that cooking the whole chuck roast in the Instant Pot before shredding made for the most tender meat option.
One of the main benefits of the Instant Pot, is that you can pressure cook tougher cuts of meat , and make them super tender and fall-off-the-bone.
Cant find a chuck roast? Try a chuck shoulder or any other recommendations from the Kitchns post HERE.
How Do You Make Beef Stroganoff In A Pressure Cooker
Use the saute function on the pressure cooker to cook onions, garlic and mushrooms in butter. Rub a beef chuck roast with salt, pepper and paprika. Add to the pressure cooker and sear on both sides for 2-3 minutes.
Turn the pressure cooker over to the pressure cook mode, add beef broth and cook for 60 minutes on high.
When the time is up and pressure has released, remove the beef chuck roast from the pressure cooker and add the egg noodles. Place the lid back on the pressure cooker and set timer for an additional 5 minutes. Meanwhile, use two forks, or meat claws, to shred the beef.
After 5 minutes, remove the lid and place the shredded beef back in the pressure cooker, along with sour cream, half and half and parmesan cheese. Stir together and serve.
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How To Make Our Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff Recipe:
Get out your Instant Pot and press the SAUTE button and let the inner pot heat up.
Once its warm, add the olive oil into the pot.
Next, carefully drop in the beef stew cubes, garlic salt, salt, and pepper, and let it all simmer for 2-3 minutes or until the edges of the beef begin to turn brown.
Then, add in the diced onion, minced garlic, fresh mushrooms, and mix everything together until it is well combined!
Once that is done, add in the flour and make sure all of the ingredients get coated in the flour.
Now its time to pour in the Worcestershire sauce and the beef broth and then stir everything together.
When you are done with all of that, place the lid on the Instant Pot and turn the valve to the SEALING position.
Then, press the CANCEL button to turn off the saute function, Next press the MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK button and set the timer for 12 minutes.
When the 12 minutes is up, do a quick release of the pressure by turning the valve to the VENTING position.
After all the pressure has escaped from inside, remove the lid from the Instant Pot and dump in the egg noodles and stir all the ingredients together to cover the noodles in liquid.
NOTE: If the noodles are exposed you can add ¼ cup to 1 cup of beef broth. You need just enough to cover the noodles completely.
Put the lid back on the Instant Pot and turn the valve back to the SEALING position, press the MANUAL button, and set the timer for 4 minutes.
Fry The Onions And Garlic
When the meat is cooked, remove them from the pot with a slotted spoon and place on a plate. Next, grab your sliced onions and fry them in the Instant Pot until softened. Add in the garlic and cook for about another minute. Return the meat into the pot and pour in the beef broth. Grab a wooden spoon and scrape the brown bits off the bottom of the pan, as this adds more flavor to the dish, according to creator Ting Dalton.
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Which Cut Of Beef To Use For Beef Stroganoff Stew
This recipe works best with more tender cuts of beef, which require little cooking time. I used rump steaks in this recipe, which are more affordable and very juicy. Simply slice them into strips or cubes.
For a budget-friendly version, I use less meat and add more mushrooms, onions, peas and sometimes even potatoes or carrots
Thickening the beef stew: I am only using 1 cup of beef stock, which might not seem enough, but the mushrooms will release quite a bit of liquid during cooking. The sour cream will thicken the stew slightly, however, I also dissolve a tablespoon of tapioca flour or arrowroot flour right at the end, this is the brand we like. If gluten is not an issue, you can also add regular flour to thicken the stew. Cornstarch and rice flour are also okay.
Prepare boiled or mashed potatoes, rice or pasta while the beef stew is cooking. Serve with a salad or steamed greens on the side.
Dairy-free/Whole30/Paleo: Omit the cream but feel free to add a couple of tablespoons of coconut cream instead. Thicken with tapioca flour or arrowroot as per recipe. Serve over zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice and this recipe is then paleo and Whole30-friendly.
You will find the full list of ingredients and instructions in the recipe card below but here are some handy step-by-step pics and a few cooking tips.
Gather The Ingredients For The Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff
To make the beef stroganoff, you’ll need two pounds of beef steak, an onion, garlic, mushrooms, butter, olive oil, beef broth, sour cream, paprika, all-purpose flour, salt, pepper, and fresh parsley. While all of the ingredients are easy to find at most grocery stores, there are also alternatives to some of the items on the list. If you can’t find sour cream, recipe creator Ting Dalton suggests using creme fraiche. For substituting for paprika, Dalton recommends adding “a heaped teaspoon of English mustard for an extra kick.”
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Cooking Tips For Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff
1. Why are we browning the chuck steak as a whole before cutting it up?
- Retain More Moisture: Browning the chuck steak as a whole retains more moisture due to less surface area.
- Brown Faster & Better: Since maillard reaction excels in dry and high heat environment, the chuck steak will brown faster and better when compared to cubed stew.
- Richer & Flavorful: The caramelized flavors from browning results in a richer & more flavorful dish.
2. Can I use other beef cuts for this recipe?
- Chuck roast is one of the most suitable cuts for pressure cooking. For optimal result, choose one that is well marbled!!
How To Make Beef Stroganoff
Heres a quick rundown of how to make IP Beef Stroganoff. Dont forget to scroll down to read the entire written recipe!
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What Cut Of Beef Is Best
We really like to use stew meat in this recipe, but we also have a Instant Pot Hamburger Stroganoff we love too.
Other options for this recipe include cubing up boneless rib eye, boneless sirloin, sirloin steak tips and beef tenderloin.
It really comes down to what I have on hand and want to use up!
Best Beef Stroganoff Recipe
What sets this recipe apart from other stroganoff recipes is that it’s an Instant Pot ground beef stroganoff with an irresistible mushroom cream sauce.
It is so flavorful, that you’ll want to make this recipe again and again. And, the best part about that is that it’s so easy to make, there’s no reason not to enjoy it whenever you want!
- The taste is incredible! Super simple ingredients but packed with flavor!
- Cooks all in one pot, even the noodles
- Perfect for a simple family dinner or even a special occasion!
The best part – It cooks all in one pot, so clean-up is easy. And, because it uses ground beef instead of steak strips, you can have a delicious stroganoff on a budget and in record time.
I tried it! It came out great! Such an easy dinner!
Rachelle on Pinterest
- salt and pepper to taste
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What Is Beef Stroganoff
As you might imagine, beef stroganoff originates from Russia. The first time we see this recipe is 1871, in a cookbook called The Gift to Young Housewives.
While not so much a gift to housewives anymore , this recipe has gone through many iterations over the years. It also is made differently from country to country as well. As recipes go, it all depends on what kinds of meat and spices you have available. A lot is owed to the creativity of cooks everywhere for transforming recipes over the years into something delicious and creative and new.
Regardless of origins or how it has changed over the years, the basis for beef stroganoff is the same: meat + mushrooms + onions + spices + sour cream sauce = melt-in-your-mouth, beefy goodness, all over noodles, of course.
Season The Meat And Saut
Toss in the beef slices and make sure you coat all of the meat with the dry mixture. “It’s important to use seasoning here, both in the flour, before coating the beef and for the mushrooms,” said recipe creator Ting Dalton.
Next, pour the olive oil into the Instant Pot and select the “Sauté” function. Then, add the beef pices and fry for about three to four minutes or until they begin to brown. Depending on the size of your instant pot, you may need to do this step in a few batches.
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