Indulge in Chef John’s Irresistible Beef Strog

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 30 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 45 mins
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 2poundsbeef chuck roast, cut into 1/2-inch thick strips

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • 1tablespoonvegetable oil

  • 8ouncessliced mushrooms

  • ½mediumonion, sliced or diced

  • 1tablespoonbutter

  • 2clovesgarlic, minced

  • 1 ½tablespoonsall-purpose flour

  • ½cupwhite wine

  • 2cupsbeef broth, divided

  • ¾cupcreme fraiche

  • 1tablespoonfresh chopped chives

  • salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Directions

  1. Season beef generously with salt and pepper.

  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat until nearly smoking. Stir in beef; cook, stirring constantly, for 6 to 7 minutes, until liquid evaporates and meat browns.

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  3. Remove meat from the pan and set aside. Stir mushrooms, onions, and butter into the pan; cook and stir over medium heat until vegetables are lightly browned.

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  4. Add garlic and stir for 30 seconds. Stir in flour; cook for 1 to 2 minutes until incorporated. Stir in wine and 1 cup of broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce thickens, about 3 to 4 minutes.

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  5. Return beef to the pan. Stir in remaining cup of broth; bring to a simmer and cook on low heat for about 1 hour, covered, until beef is tender and sauce is thick. Stir every 20 minutes.

  6. Stir in crème fraîche. Stir in chives. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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  7. Serve hot and enjoy!

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Recipe Tip

If crème fraîche isn’t available, you can substitute sour cream.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe8
Calories307
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
25g
31%
Saturated Fat
12g
59%
Cholesterol
86mg
29%
Sodium
288mg
13%
Total Carbohydrate
4g
1%
Dietary Fiber
1g
2%
Total Sugars
2g
Protein
16g
32%
Vitamin C
2mg
2%
Calcium
16mg
1%
Iron
2mg
11%
Potassium
263mg
6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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