Description
Hearty meatball stroganoff merges classic Russian comfort with modern culinary flair. Rich beef meatballs nestled in creamy sauce promise a satisfying dinner that will comfort and delight palates craving warmth and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (or half beef, half pork)
- 1 egg
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsps milk
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ small onion, finely diced
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsps olive oil (for frying)
- 2 tbsps butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 2 tbsps fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- ½ pound egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice
Instructions
- Mixture Preparation: Thoroughly combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, minced garlic, diced onion, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and paprika in a mixing bowl, ensuring uniform distribution of ingredients.
- Meatball Formation: Craft consistent, spherical meatballs approximately one inch in diameter, using gentle hands to maintain structural integrity and promote even cooking.
- Skillet Searing: Heat olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium heat, creating an optimal caramelization environment for the meatballs.
- Cooking Process: Strategically place meatballs in the skillet, rotating periodically to develop a rich, golden-brown exterior and ensure complete internal cooking, approximately 5-6 minutes total.
- Finishing Touch: Remove meatballs from skillet once they achieve perfect doneness, transferring to a separate plate while maintaining their temperature and succulence for further culinary preparation.
Notes
- Meat Mixture Mastery: Blend ingredients gently to prevent overworking the meat, which can result in tough meatballs. Use light, quick mixing techniques to keep the texture tender and juicy.
- Size Consistency Matters: Create uniform meatballs by using a cookie scoop or measuring spoon to ensure even cooking and professional-looking presentation. Consistent size prevents some pieces from overcooking while others remain undercooked.
- Searing Technique: Don’t overcrowd the skillet when cooking meatballs. Leave space between each meatball to promote proper browning and prevent steaming. Rotate meatballs carefully to develop an evenly golden crust without breaking their delicate structure.
- Moisture Preservation: Allow meatballs to rest on a plate after initial cooking to retain internal juices. Cover loosely with foil to maintain warmth and prevent drying out before adding to the final sauce or serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Russian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg