Easy homemade Lighter Beef Stroganoff - a firm family favourite, perfect with rice or noodles.
Beef Stroganoff never fails results in clear plates from the entire family and is a recipe I make often, as it is so flavoursome and goes with literally anything.
This recipe is also found in the Slimming Eats Made Simple cookbook as one of the 15 bonus blog favourites. You can get it from all Major Retailers including Amazon
As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Sides for Beef Stroganoff
Traditionally beef stroganoff is served with egg pasta noodles. Here I serve it with rice, although it would be great with oven baked homemade chips too if that's your thing.
To keep this lighter I use yoghurt, but occasionally when I have a few extra calories spray I use low-fat cream cheese.
Don't forget though when using yoghurt to stir in a little bit of the sauce to the yoghurt first to bring it to room temperature. I find this helps to prevent it from splitting when adding it to the sauce.
More Beef Recipes
Looking for some other delicious beef recipes? Check out some of these:
- MONGOLIAN BEEF (STOVE TOP AND ACTIFRY)
- SATAY BEEF AND VEGETABLES
- ONE POT BEEF FAJITA PASTA
- BEEF WITH MUSHROOMS IN OYSTER SAUCE
- DELICIOUS BEEF TERIYAKI
- KOREAN STYLE BEEF (BULGOGI)
- BEEF CHOW MEIN
- SWEET CHILLI BEEF
or if you would like more recipe ideas - head on over to the FULL RECIPE INDEX where you will find over 900 delicious recipes with calories and you can search by meal type, ingredients, course, diet and more..
All recipes on Slimming Eats have estimated nutritional information for your convenience.
How to balance your plate with veggies
There are already mushrooms and onions in this yummy beef stroganoff, but you could also serve alongside some sauteed greens of your choosing, like cabbage or Sauteed Shredded Garlic Brussel Sprouts.
Want to up the veggies even further Serve with this Roasted Cauliflower rice instead of regular rice.
Best Cut of Beef for Stroganoff
I don't recommend using any cut of beef that require a long slow cook as it will end up tough due to this being a quick recipe. Lean steak like rump or sirloin (visible fat removed to reduce calories), sliced really thin is the best option for this recipe.
How to I stop beef from being tough in recipes?
So long as your pan is hot and you don't overcrowd the pan when searing the meat you shouldn't have any issues with tough meat.
However if you find no matter what you do the meat is really chewy, you can tenderize it by tossing it in the tiniest amount of baking soda and leaving it to rest for 20-30 minutes before cooking. Don't use too much otherwise it will be overpowering in taste, you only want about ½ a teaspoon if that. Some do rinse the meat of the baking soda prior to frying, but so long as it's a tiny amount I don't find this necessary.
How to make Beef Stroganoff Dairy Free
Dairy free and wondering how to can adapt this recipe? Swap out the yoghurt for light coconut milk (canned varieties), you don't need much, about a ⅓ (80ml) of a cup, mix it with about 2 teaspoons of cornstarch and stir until it thickens.
LET'S CONNECT!!
Come and follow me on:
You can also Subscribe to Slimming Eats so that you never miss any new updates.
Need some support on your weight loss journey? Maybe you need advice or tips on a recipe, or just general meal ideas.
Come join the friendly and supportive Slimming Eats Community on Facebook.
If you try this recipe, let us know! Leave a comment, Rate It and Tag us in your Photos @SLIMMINGEATS on INSTAGRAM
Recipe Card
Easy homemade Lighter Beef Stroganoff
Easy homemade Lighter Beef Stroganoff – a firm family favourite, perfect with rice or noodles.
Ingredients
- 400g (14oz) lean raw beef tenderloin, sirloin or rump steak, sliced into thin strips
- 1 large onion, halved and sliced thinly
- 3 cloves of garlic, crushed
- 10 button mushrooms, sliced thinly
- 400ml (14oz) of beef broth
- 2 tablespoon of tomato puree
- 2 teaspoons of dijon mustard
- sprig of fresh thyme (or ½ teaspoon of dried thyme)
- salt and pepper to season
- ½ teaspoon of sweet paprika
- splash of worcestershire sauce
- splash of balsamic vinegar
- 5 tablespoons of light cream cheese (or can use fat free natural yoghurt if you prefer)
- low calorie spray
- Freshly chopped Italian Parsley
Instructions
- Heat a non stick frying pan and spray with some spray oil, add the beef tenderloin, season with salt and pepper and cooked until it starts to go golden. Remove and set aside.
- Add the thyme to the beef stock.
- Add the onions, garlic and mushrooms and couple of tablespoons of the stock to the frying pan and keep on a high heat to cook until golden, as the stock reduces keep adding more, repeating the process until only a ¼ of the stock remains and the onion and mushrooms are nicely caramelised.
- Return the beef tenderloin back to the pan along with the rest of the stock and a splash of worcestershire sauce, balsamic vinegar, tomato puree, paprika and mustard. Simmer until sauce has almost reduced, remove from heat and stir in the yoghurt.
- Serve topped with some freshly chopped Italian parsley.
- This dish can be served with rice, pasta or potatoes or serve with your choice of cauli rice or your choice of speed vegetables.
Notes
Please see below for full nutritional info and additional details about recipe:
- Calories - scroll down to nutritional info box
- WW Points and other Slimming or Weight Loss programs - due to plans regularly changing and updating, we recommend calculating with the official tools you get as a member to those plans to ensure accuracy of values.
If you wish to share this recipe, then please do so by using the share buttons provided at top of this post.
DO NOT COPY AND/OR PASTE FULL RECIPES OR SCREENSHOTS OF ANY CONTENT FROM SLIMMING EATS TO ANY SOCIAL MEDIA OR WEBSITE, IT IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
ALL IMAGES AND CONTENT ON SLIMMING EATS ARE COPYRIGHT PROTECTED
Nutritional information etc are an estimate and are to be used for informational purposes only. Ingredients can vary in values from brand to brand and therefore it would be impossible to give accurate information. It is always advised that you calculate values yourself by the ingredients you use and the tools provided to you as a member of the programme you are following.
It is the responsibility of the Reader to assure the products or ingredients they use in any recipes from Slimming Eats are allergen-free (gluten-free, egg-free, soy-free and/or dairy-free, for example). Slimming Eats assumes no liability for inaccuracies or misstatement about products, opinions or comments on this site.
Check Legal section, for Full Disclaimer, Disclosure and Privacy Policy.
Recommended Products
As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Nutrition Information
Yield 4 Serving Size 1 SERVINGAmount Per Serving Calories 216Total Fat 7.1gSaturated Fat 3.2gCholesterol 0mgSodium 848mgCarbohydrates 8.4gFiber 2.8gSugar 6.6gProtein 27.6g
Claire says
But is it OK to eat the whole thing???
I have not stopped eating on this diet!
britmumincanada says
of course you can eat the whole thing, if you wanted. It is only 0.5 syns for the entire lot 🙂
Kathryn says
I am going to try this tonight, really looking forward to it!!
Debbie says
This is a winner, I have made this a few times and both my boyfriend and my children like it. A must to anyone
Christy says
I LOVE Stroganoff, and I must admit, I'm always very critical when it comes to this dish, but Britmum, this is an absolute winner 😀
Thank you!
Christy
Lizabeth says
Where is the 0.5 syn coming from as I can't seem to see an ingredient which would attract any on XE? Is it the balsamic vinegar by any chance - only thing I can think of!
admin says
It is the tomato paste, which is 0.5 syns for 1 tablespoon
lara says
Could you use passata instead of the puree then it would be syn fee? 🙂
admin says
yeah you could do, but I prefer the richness though of the puree and it is only half a syn for the entire recipe, which when divided up between the servings I wouldnt even worry about it to be honest 😉
Anonymous says
Had this for dinner last night and it was scrumptious, couldn't see how I was going to like it without cream but it was lovely, I cooked it in the slow cooker and added two fat free yogurts just before serving. My husband wants it again next week, high praise indeed. Thank you for all your recipes they are wonderful.
Anonymous says
Thank you for stopping by to comment. I am glad you enjoyed it and great to hear the recipe also works well in a slow cooker.
Monica says
I've just made this again tonight and actually got to eat it (my cat stole half of it out the pan last night on my first attempt so I threw it away) Was amazing, and syn free cause I forgot the tomato puree!!!!!
Anonymous says
Made this again tonight for our dinner and it was a request from my husband and it was just as delicious as the other times I have made it, I think this is going to be a regular in our house, it's one of my favourite recipes together with the thai spiced salmon filo parcels, I can't believe I am on a diet. You are such an inspiration. Thank you.
Anonymous says
Thanks for all your comments recently. I am glad to hear you are enjoying the recipes you have tried.
Valerie Saunders Gourmand says
Tomato puree is now free, (all purees such as tomato, garlic, ginger etc..only those that contain no oil.) This wonderful recipe is only .5 syns.
Elena Whitham says
just had this again...it is amazing! thanks!
Paula Trego says
OOOOHHHH this was delicious and totally syn free...RESULT...thank you, your web site is immense and part of my daily life...don't ever stop xox
Josie Bayley says
Just made this, was lush!
Julie Morgan says
Made this for tea tonight, it s very tasty, hubby who's not on plan said I'd have that again lol, thank you for sharing x
Emma boyle says
Is beef broth the same as beef stock ?
I can't wait to try this x
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
Hi yes you can use stock the same as broth
SOPHIA MICHAEL says
thank you for the recipe i have just made it but the beef you can not chew is very hard.i have done something wrong???
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
I am not sure why that happened. Either the beef was cooked too long, or it could be the type of beef you used.
Louise williams says
Me and my other half had this last night and loved it! It was yummy!! Will be adding it to my regular meals I make!!
Zoe says
Probably being daft here (as usual)...
But where's the quark in the recipe? Do you use that instead of the yoghurt?
Going to have a go with this tonight... can't wait!!
Thanks in advance
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
Sorry that was a mistype. I use yogurt
Tanya says
Can you use quark instead of yoghurt?
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
Hi yes you could, the sauce might be a little thicker. Hope that helps
Toolong says
I just made this. OMG, fantastic and really easy for a quickish weeknight dinner.
ELLEN MACPHEE says
Hi Shevy, I'm looking for slimming meals that I can batch cook, then freeze in individual portions (I have arthritis and this is for an easy life) - I absolutely love this recipe and would like to know if it's suitable for that or do you know others that are?
I would appreciate any help that you can give me.
Kind Regards
Ellen
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
Most of my meals can be batch cooked and frozen. I am gradually working through them all and marking freezing friendly ones 🙂
Lynny says
The Dijon Mustard is 0.5 syns for a tsp
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
when dividing between 4 those syns become negliglble 🙂
Emily Vint says
This has to be my favourite recipie so far absolutely maxing! And syn free !
Kathryn says
I made this tonight and it was delicious. Even the husband loved it and kept asking 'how many sins in this?'. Even better that it is syn free. Thank you
Laura says
I am thinking of having this at the weekend. Hubby hates mushrooms and onions, technically any vegetable! (I would do them separately for me and add them in to mine at the end)
Could i do this in the slow cooker? seal the beef first then pop in slow cooker and add the yogurt at the end? Thanks
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
I personally haven't tried this in a slow cooker, but sounds like it should work if you wait till very end to add the yoghurt. Let me know how it turns out if you try 🙂
Jenny Flynn says
Could this be frozen?
If so would the beef go chewy/over cooked when reheated & could you cook from frozen or would you have to defrost first?
Thank you sounds yummy!!
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
I'm not sure if it would freeze well with the yoghurt. I personally haven't tried.
Nicola says
My post I put on here was deleted for some reason....
I made this last week but was really disappointed.
I didn't have fresh thyme and used 1tbsp dried thyme. Do you think this is why?
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
Hi Nicola, I didn't get a comment from you on here? This is the first one. Using s tbs of dried will definitely be why. I would recommmed no more than 1 tsp if using dried and not fresh. Hope that helps
Dj says
I looked at this recipe with glee as in description it says dairy free . My son is dairy & soya free but sadly on reading it has yoghurt in
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
Hi if you look in the summary box of the recipe and blog post write up, I give details for the dairy free version 🙂
Nicola says
Thanks for reply. I'm sure I did something wrong. I put in 1 tablespoon of dried. I'm going to try again as sure it was my bad cooking skills. Everyone else loved it.
Nicola says
Would low fat Creme fraiche be ok to use at the end as well as the yoghurt?
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
I am sure it will work fine 🙂
Michelle says
Thought this recipe was gorgeous.
I used pork rather ham beef as that was what I had in freezer.
I'm following WW but use this s blog for recipe idea more than any others. Xx
Ps. I froze a portion.
I divided it on two, added yoghurt to portion I was going to eat and froze the other. Had it the other day. Julie st heated up then added yoghurt it was fine xx
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
so glad you enjoyed it Michelle. Good to hear it heated fine when frozen too.
Paula says
Gorgeous, rich and extremely tasty recipe, loved by the whole family, they had mash with theirs I had veg as was doing SP that day, thank you 🙂
Nicola says
RE 9 MARCH.....UPDATE.....Hi. Just to update. I made again this CORRECTLY this time. Really lovely. Thanks for the recipe and updates.
Make everyone as lovely. I used a little more yoghurt at the end, lovely and creamy.
Will have to try more of your recipes 🙂
Fiona Johnston says
Made this last night and it was delicious, served with rice. I added quarks instead of yogurt and worked out fine. Will make this again
Jacque Raisbeck says
Absolutely loved it! served it with veg and egg noodles! One I will keep making!
Thanks Shiobahn
Corrinne says
Made your syn free beef stroganoff tonight - absolutely delicious x
sarajane says
This was amazing last night! Hubby and i had it with some extra green veggies and rice. I got the 2 teens to try a bit to see if they'd eat it next time i made it and both said "sure mum!" So a resounding success. I might even try it with turkey, chicken or pork finely sliced??? Thanks for the recipe x
Rebecca says
Just found your website and I'm delighted to have found so many great recipes. Can't wait to try them! This especially sounds delish... It's on the menu this week.
I find lunch the hardest time of day. In work, grabbing something quick.... Will need to makes some of your soups to being into work.
Thanks again for all x
Lia Goncalves says
A Thousand stars for this recipe! I made it today and it’s absolutely delicious! I couldn’t believe that you can’t taste the yoghurt at all. I printed out the recipe and it will be for sure a regular in our table. Thank so much Siobhan! I was wondering if you have ever tried it with chicken instead? Thanks.
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
Hi Lia, yes you can def use chicken, I would just sub the beef stock for chicken stock, so that it compliments the flavour. You can also turn it in a mushroom stroganoff by subbing with vegetable stock.
Maggie says
Hi, I've just started Weight Watchers and was trawling the web for some inspiration. I've just made the stroganoff using turkey breast instead of beef. It is really delish and I haven't even added the yoghurt yet. Thanks so much.
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
Hi Maggie - thanks for commenting. I am so pleased to hear this recipe was a hit for you 🙂
Lindsey says
Hi Siobhan,
I don’t have any Dijon mustard, could I possibly sub this for a small amount of mustard powder instead?
Thanks!
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
Hi Lindsey, it should be okay. Enjoy!!
viv ellis says
I made this Beef Stroganoff yesterday, it was very quick and easy to make. My husband and I had it with mixed veg for speed and brown rice, it was delicious, couldnt distinguish it from a fat laden original hungarian recipe. I will definetely be making this again and again.
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
Thank you Viv, so glad you and your husband enjoyed it.
Angela Abraham says
Made this beef stroganoff twice now.Delicious & easy.A real favourite with my friends & family.Thanks again.
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
Hi Angela, so glad you enjoyed this, thanks for commenting 🙂
Kirsten says
Hi,
Just made this tonight! I added mushrooms, carrots and onions and made it in the slow cooker. Also used quark instead, Added all ingredients except the quark. After I cooked it for 5 hours, it was still very liquidy so swapped it to a pan and reduced it before adding the quark. Was very nice! Even my fussy husband, 3 year old and 1 and a half year old ate it mushrooms n all!
Thanks x
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
Hi Kirsten, so glad you enjoyed it. Usually, if you remove the lid for the last hour of cooking time, it helps it to reduce down a bit.
Sandra Webster says
This is amazing - thanks for the recipe
Helvi Moore says
This beef stroganoff recipe is a winner. My family loved it.
Helvi
Janet Beauchamp says
Made tonight. Everyone loved it. Really rich sauce. Lovely
Steph says
It says this recipe is dairy free but it's not...
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
I am guessing you have missed the recipe box? 🙂
Jacqui Henderson says
I can’t find beef broth any where, is there an alternative?
Kind regards
Jacqui
Shevy (Slimming Eats) says
Any beef stock is fine.
Sandra says
I made this yesterday …….it was delicious! Will certainly be a favourite in our house.
Harvi Lail says
Can I use chicken as don’t eat beef
Siobhan (Slimming Eats) says
yep you sure can 🙂
Annie says
Absolutely Delicious. I made this in the slow cooker, just put in less gravy. This is definitely a dish you’ll go back for seconds. Mmm Mmm Mmm