Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff
A hearty bowl of our irresistible Instant Pot beef stroganoff, with its tender chunks of beef, creamy sauce, and comforting noodles, is always a mealtime hit. This classic dish has long been a family favorite, and with the help of your Instant Pot, it’s easier than ever to prepare and enjoy the dish. This Instant…
A hearty bowl of our irresistible Instant Pot beef stroganoff, with its tender chunks of beef, creamy sauce, and comforting noodles, is always a mealtime hit. This classic dish has long been a family favorite, and with the help of your Instant Pot, it’s easier than ever to prepare and enjoy the dish. This Instant Pot recipe captures all the flavors of traditional stroganoff with the modern convenience of an electric pressure cooker.
The Instant Pot’s ability to lock in rich flavors and tenderize the beef in minutes sets this version apart. The mushrooms and onions create a flavorful base, while Worcestershire sauce and spicy brown mustard add a tangy, umami flavor. The sour cream at the end ties everything together with its creamy texture, making each bite luscious and satisfying.
Serve Instant Pot beef stroganoff, or elevate it with side dishes like a crisp green salad with vinaigrette, roasted vegetables, or buttery garlic bread. Consider swapping the top sirloin for chuck roast or stew meat for a more budget-friendly option. If you aren’t a fan of noodles, the saucy meat is wonderful served over mashed potatoes or rice, or choose zucchini noodles for a low-carb twist.
Why You’ll Love the Dish
True comfort food. A creamy, hearty beef and noodle classic that never disappoints.
Instant Pot convenience. All the flavor of slow-cooked stroganoff in under 30 minutes.
Tender and flavorful. Pressure cooking ensures melt-in-your-mouth beef every time.
Flexible serving options. Serve with noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes for a comforting meal.
Ingredient Notes
- Beef: Top sirloin is ideal; for a budget option, use stew meat or chuck roast.
- Mushrooms: Add earthy depth — use white or cremini.
- Worcestershire and mustard: Bring tang and umami to balance the creamy sauce.
- Egg noodles: Cook directly in the pot for convenience, or separately if preferred.
- Sour cream: Use full-fat for the best texture and flavor.
Steps to Make Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat olive oil. Add seasoned beef and brown on all sides; remove to a plate.
- Sauté onions and mushrooms in butter, then stir in garlic. Return beef to the pot along with broth, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard. Stir, scraping the bottom to avoid a burn notice.
- Seal the lid and pressure cook for 10 minutes, then allow a 5-minute natural release followed by a quick release. Add noodles and cook under pressure for 5 more minutes.
- Stir in a butter-flour paste to thicken, then add sour cream and heat gently until creamy and smooth. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Recipe Variations
- Meat: Consider beef tips, budget-friendly stewing beef, or ground beef. You can also make the stroganoff with pork cubes and use chicken broth instead of beef broth.
- Noodles: The noodles require an extra step, but you could also cook them on the stovetop while the meat cooks. You could also use spaghetti or fettuccine instead of egg noodles. You could even omit the pasta and serve the meat and sauce over mashed potatoes or rice.
- Mushrooms: You can leave them out or replace them with another vegetable. Celery, carrots, and zucchini are good choices.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve with a crisp green salad or roasted vegetables.
- Add garlic bread for soaking up the sauce.
- Pair with a glass of red wine or iced tea for a cozy meal.
How to Store and Reheat
Refrigerate. Transfer leftovers to an airtight container within 2 hours and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Freeze. Store in freezer-safe containers for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight before reheating.
To Reheat. On stovetop, warm gently with a splash of broth or water until creamy. In the microwave, heat in short bursts (30–45 seconds), stirring between intervals to maintain smoothness.
Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 pounds top sirloin beef
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, or more, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temp, divided
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 3 cups beef broth, low sodium
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, or spicy brown mustard
- 12 ounces egg noodles
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 cup sour cream, full fat
- 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
Instructions
- Prepare, chop, and measure the ingredients.
- Choose the sauté button and add the olive oil to the Instant Pot. When the oil is hot and shimmering, add the beef, kosher salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring, for 6 to 8 minutes or until the beef is browned on all sides. Remove the beef to a plate.
- Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the pot. When the butter is melted and sizzling, add the onion and mushrooms. Sauté for 2 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute longer.
- Add the beef back to the pot along with the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard. Stir, scraping up any stuck-on browned bits. If you leave and burnt bits, you could get a “burn notice.”
- Lock the lid in place and ensure the knob/valve is in the sealing position. Select pressure cook and set the time for 10 minutes. When the time is up, let the pressure come down naturally for 5 minutes then do a quick release.
- Add the noodles to the pot and replace the lid. Select pressure cook and set the timer for 5 minutes. When the time is up, do a quick release and remove the lid.
- Combine the remaining butter with the flour and stir or knead until well blended. Stir the butter and flour mixture into the noodles and choose the sauté function. Add the sour cream and continue cooking for about 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Do not boil.
- Transfer the beef stroganoff to a serving bowl and garnish with parsley.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition
Disclaimer:
Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.
