Pork Stroganoff

1. Gather the ingredients.

2. In a large skillet or saute pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the mushrooms and saute until tender. Remove to a plate or bowl and set aside.

3. In a bowl, combine the flour with the salt, pepper, and paprika. Toss the pork strips with the seasoned flour until thoroughly coated.

4. Heat the oil in the skillet over medium-high heat; add the pork and thinly sliced onion and cook, stirring, until the pork is browned and onion is tender. 

5. Return the mushrooms to the pan along with the beef broth, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce.

6. Bring to a boil and cook, uncovered, for 5 minutes. 

7. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes longer.

8. Stir in sour cream and heat through. Taste and adjust seasonings, as needed.

9. Serve over hot cooked rice or noodles. 

10. Enjoy!

Alternative Stroganoff Recipes

If you love the taste of a stroganoff sauce but would rather not use beef, there are a few alternative recipes featuring other types of meat—or no meat at all. A version using chicken thighs includes sweet onions, garlic, and mushrooms cooked in a sauce of chicken broth and white wine; it is all thickened with sour cream and heavy cream. If you are looking for a vegetarian version, try a recipe with "beefless tips" or just bump up the number of mushrooms and add a bit of red wine for a depth of flavor.

If you'd like to go the traditional route, there are plenty of traditional—and twists on the traditional—recipes to choose from. Try a quick and easy recipe using ground beef, or cook it in your crockpot. You can also use leftover roast beef, pot roast, or brisket to save time, or even turn this Russian comfort dish into meatballs, which is sure to be a big hit at the dinner table.