Traditional Russian Stroganoff
Step 1/4
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp sweet paprika powder
Heat the oil in a soup pot, and add onion. Sauté until soft. Stir in garlic and paprika, adding a little water if needed to prevent scorching.
Step 2/4
- ¼ kg beef
- 2 tbsp salt
Then add the beef and the salt, stirring well. Cover the pot and simmer. Stir occasionally adding water only if needed to prevent burning.
Step 3/4
- ¼ tsp caraway seed
- 1 green bell pepper
- 2 tomatoes
Add caraway seeds, if desired. When the beef is tender, add peppers, tomatoes, and two quarts (TWO LITERS) of water. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
Step 4/4
- 2 potatoes
- 100 g egg noodles
Add potatoes and simmer until potatoes are cooked (10 to 15 minutes). Salt to taste. Serves hot with separately prepared egg noodles.
