By RichardObradovic | Balkan | May 29, 2025
Tender strips of beef in a silky mushroom-cream sauce, served over pasta or mashed potatoes. A dish that feels like it came from a family kitchen in Eastern Europe, even if you’ve never been. Comfort in every bite — and ready in under 30 minutes.
🥩 500g beef sirloin or rump, sliced into thin strips
🍄 250g mushrooms, sliced
🧅 1 onion, finely chopped
🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
🧈 2 tbsp butter
🛢️ 1 tbsp oil
🥄 1 tbsp flour
🧂 Salt & pepper, to taste
🥫 150ml beef broth
🥛 150ml sour cream
🌿 Optional: fresh parsley for garnish
🍝 Serve with egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or rice
1. 🔥 Heat oil and half the butter in a large skillet. Sauté onions and mushrooms until soft and golden. Remove and set aside.
2. 🥩 In the same pan, add remaining butter and beef strips. Sear quickly over high heat until browned.
3. 🧄 Return mushrooms and onions to pan. Add garlic and stir briefly.
4. 🌾 Sprinkle in flour and mix well for 30 seconds.
5. 🥫 Pour in beef broth and bring to a simmer. Stir until slightly thickened.
6. 🥛 Reduce heat to low and stir in sour cream. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer 2–3 more minutes.
7. 🍽️ Serve hot over pasta or mashed potatoes. Garnish with fresh parsley.