Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.75 lb

boneless beef top round steak

cut 3/4-inch thick

8 oz

plain nonfat yogurt

2 tbsp

cornstarch

0.33 cup

hot tap water

1 tbsp

tomato paste

1 tsp

instant beef bouillon granules

1 unit

vegetable cooking spray

2 cup

fresh mushrooms

sliced

0.5 cup

raw carrot

shredded

0.5 cup

onion

chopped

1 clove

clove garlic

minced

2 cup

noodles

hot cooked

Step 1
~4 min

Trim separable fat from steak.

Step 2
~4 min

Partially freeze the beef to make slicing easier.

Key Technique: Slicing
Step 3
~4 min

Thinly slice the beef across the grain into bite-size strips.

Step 4
~4 min

In a small bowl, combine yogurt and cornstarch.

Step 5
~4 min

Stir in hot water, tomato paste, and beef bouillon granules until well mixed.

Step 6
~4 min

Set the sauce aside.

Step 7
~4 min

Coat a pan with vegetable cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat.

Step 8
~4 min

Sauté sliced mushrooms until softened.

Step 9
~4 min

Add shredded carrot, chopped onion, and minced garlic to the pan.

Step 10
~4 min

Cook until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.

Step 11
~4 min

Add the sliced beef to the pan and sauté until browned.

Step 12
~4 min

Pour the yogurt sauce over the beef and vegetables.

Step 13
~4 min

Simmer until the sauce has thickened and the beef is cooked through.

Step 14
~4 min

Serve hot over cooked noodles.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use a dry sherry or white wine when cooking the mushrooms.

Add a pinch of nutmeg to the sauce for extra warmth.

Serve with a dollop of sour cream or fresh parsley for garnish.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The sauce can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of steamed green beans or a simple salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic Bread
Steamed Asparagus

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Russia

Cultural Significance

A classic comfort food dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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