Creamy Beef Stroganoff
A rich and creamy beef stroganoff made with milk instead of heavy cream. Tender beef, mushrooms, and onions come together in a smooth, savory sauce that pairs beautifully with rice, bread, or an omelet.
Beef stroganoff is the kind of comforting dish that feels special while still being surprisingly easy to prepare at home. In this version, thinly sliced beef is cooked with sweet onions and mushrooms, then finished in a creamy sauce made with milk.
There is no need for heavy cream. Flour thickens the milk beautifully, while white wine, Japanese chuno sauce, and consommé add depth and savory richness. Serve it with rice for a satisfying meal, spoon it over bread, or pair it with a soft omelet.
What you'll need
- 300 g beef belly or thinly sliced fatty beef
- 7 button mushrooms
- 1 onion
- 20 g butter
- 600 ml milk
- 50 ml white wine
- 3 tbsp all purpose flour
- 1½ tbsp Japanese chuno sauce
- 1½ tbsp granulated consommé
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
How to make it
Thinly slice the onion and mushrooms.
Melt the butter in a frying pan and cook the onion until soft and lightly golden. Add the beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until the meat changes color. Pour in the white wine and allow the alcohol to cook off briefly.
Sprinkle in the flour and stir until it evenly coats the beef and onion. Add the mushrooms and cook for another minute or two.
Gradually pour in the milk while stirring continuously to keep the sauce smooth. Add the Japanese chuno sauce, granulated consommé, and sugar. Simmer gently over low heat until the sauce becomes creamy and slightly thickened. Taste and adjust the seasoning, then serve with rice, bread, or an omelet.
Tips
- Add the milk gradually while stirring. This prevents lumps and creates a smoother sauce.
- After adding the flour, cook it briefly with the beef and onions before pouring in the milk. This removes the raw flour taste.
- Keep the heat low after adding the milk. A gentle simmer keeps the sauce creamy and prevents it from catching on the bottom of the pan.
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