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low calorie beef stroganoff with egg noodles
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Low Calorie Beef Stroganoff

Traditional beef stroganoff may be on top of the list of classic high calorie, fatty comfort foods... But low calorie beef stroganoff is possible! Not only that, this recipe gives you a thick creamy sauce and tastes every bit as good as any traditional recipe. Recipe from Tom Venuto's Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle Blog (www.BurnTheFatBlog.com)
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: beef stroganoff, comfort food
Servings: 4
Calories: 477kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 170 g whole wheat egg noodles (dry) (6oz)
  • 567 g top round steak (or lean sirloin) (20oz)
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 227 g mushrooms, sliced or chopped (8oz)
  • 142 g onion, chopped (5oz/about 1 cup)
  • 1 Tbsp garlic, finely diced (approx 3-4 cloves)
  • 2 Tbsp flour, all purpose
  • 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1.5 Tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 3/4 cup low fat sour cream
  • 3/4 cup beef broth (or stock)
  • 2 tsp thyme
  • 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp pepper (or to taste)
  • 2 Tbsp fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
  • 1 tsp Xanthan gum (optional for thickening)

Instructions

  • Get the water started for the pasta. (Optional: Salt water 1 to 2 tsp). Get all ingredients in place.
  • Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic. Cut the beef in thin strips or small bite-size pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the egg noodles to the boiling water and cook according the package instructions. (usually 6 to 8 minutes depending on how firm you like it). Remove it to a colander when it's done.
  • Meanwhile, as the noodles cook, heat a large skillet (preferably cast iron, but any large deep skillet will do) on medium high. Add 2 teaspoons of olive oil and sauté the onions for about 2 to 3 minutes, or until they begin to soften, stirring regularly.
  • Add the beef to the onions in the skillet. Allow to cook at least a minute or so without stirring so the beef gets a good sear, then flip / stir and cook about about 2 more minutes or until it's cooked, stirring occasionally. (It's ok if it's still slightly rare in spots)
  • Add the garlic and stir. Add the mushrooms and cook about 2 to 3 more minutes, or until the mushrooms soften, stirring occasionally.
  • Sprinkle the flour over the beef, mushrooms and onions and stir.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low. Add the dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, low-fat sour cream, and beef broth/stock then stir until it all mixes together.
  • 9. Add additional salt, pepper, and herbs to taste, and stir. Let it all simmer for about 3 more minutes or until all ingredients are thoroughly and evenly heated.
  • Stir the cooked egg noodles right into the beef and sauce mixture, or serve a portion of noodles and spoon the sauce on top.
  • Optional: Garnish with fresh parsley.
  • Optional: add 1 tsp Xanthan gum to thicken.

Nutrition

Calories: 477kcal | Carbohydrates: 41.3g | Protein: 43.6g | Fat: 15.1g