This Pork Stroganoff comes together in about 40 minutes, with tender pork, mushrooms, and tangy gherkins in a creamy sour cream sauce. A simple, flavorful weeknight dinner.
Easy Pork Stroganoff Recipe You Can Make Any Night of the Week
Pork Stroganoff has always been one of my go-to dinners when I want something creamy, comforting, and easy to put together. This easy pork stroganoff recipe has that slow-cooked feel even though it comes together quickly, making it perfect for a busy weeknight or a quiet evening at home. It's the kind of pork stroganoff that brings a warm, satisfying feel to the table with very little effort.
I make this often because it's reliable, adaptable, and consistently delicious. Everything cooks smoothly in one pan, and the result is a creamy pork stroganoff with a rich pork stroganoff sauce that works beautifully over mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles. It's the pork and mushroom stroganoff I return to whenever I want something comforting without spending too much time in the kitchen.
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⭐Why You'll Love This Recipe
- One-Pan Dish: Aside from a few quick side pans, most of the cooking happens in one big pan, which means less cleanup.
- Great for Leftovers: I actually think the sauce gets even better the next day, making this perfect for meal prep.
🧾Pork Stroganoff Ingredients
You'll find the exact measurements in the recipe card, but here's a closer look at a few of the ingredients and why I use them.
- Pork, Butter & Seasoning: I use thin slices of pork because they stay tender, and I love starting with butter; it gives everything a rich base. A little salt, pepper, and a few thyme sprigs add the warmth I want from the very beginning.
- Onions, Tomato Purée & White Wine: I like using plenty of onions for their natural sweetness. A bit of tomato purée adds depth, and a splash of white wine brightens the whole dish and balances the richness.
- Mushrooms, Broth & Creaminess: Golden mushrooms bring an earthy layer of flavor. A good broth mixed with sour cream and cream gives the sauce that silky, velvety texture I always look for.
- Gherkins for Contrast: The sliced gherkins are my favorite finishing touch. Their tangy sharpness cuts through the creaminess and adds a bright contrast that makes every bite more interesting.
👩🏻🍳How to Make Pork Stroganoff
You can find the complete printable recipe with measurements below, but for now, here's a quick overview of how it goes:
1. Cook the Pork: Thinly slice the pork, season with salt, pepper, and thyme, then sear in butter until cooked through. Set aside.
2. Build the Sauce: In the same pan, sauté onions until soft. Add tomato purée and white wine, simmer to reduce, then return the pork to the pan. Pour in broth and simmer until the sauce thickens.
3. Finish with Cream & Veggies: Mix sour cream and cream, stir into the sauce. Separately sauté gherkins and mushrooms in butter, then add both to the pork mixture and combine well.
4. Serve with Mash: Serve the creamy pork stroganoff on a bed of mashed potatoes.
📖Variations
- Try It with Chicken: Thinly sliced chicken thighs work just as well in this dish. They stay juicy and soak up the sauce beautifully.
- Make It Meat-Free: For a vegetarian twist, I use thick slices of portobello mushrooms or a mix of wild mushrooms in place of the pork. It's just as satisfying.
- Add a Mustard Kick: A small spoonful of Dijon mustard stirred into the cream adds a sharp edge that cuts through the richness.
- Use Dill Instead of Thyme: Sometimes I swap in fresh dill for a lighter, slightly citrusy note that pairs really well with the gherkins.
💭My Tips for Recipe Success
Let the Cream Sit Out First: I take the sour cream and cream out of the fridge before I start cooking. It helps them blend more smoothly into the hot sauce without curdling.
Simmer Without a Lid: I keep the pan uncovered while the sauce reduces. It helps thicken the broth naturally and gives the sauce that nice, glossy finish.
Store Leftovers in a Sealed Container: I let the stroganoff cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container and pop it in the fridge. It keeps well for up to 3 days.
Reheat Gently the Next Day: Leftovers are even better! I reheat them low and slow in a covered pan with a splash of broth or cream to loosen the sauce without drying it out.
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Recipe
Pork Stroganoff
Ingredients
- 1 kg Pork Shoulder - Cut into bite-sized strips
- 80 g Unsalted Butter
- 1½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper - Freshly ground
- 3 Thyme Sprigs
- 3 Onions - Chopped
- 70 g Tomato Puree
- 100 ml White Wine
- 500 ml Chicken Broth - or vegetable broth
- 150 g Sour Cream
- 200 g Cream
- 250 g Pickled Gherkins - Sliced
- 2 tablespoon Unsalted Butter
- 250 g Mushrooms - Sliced
Instructions
- Cut the pork into bite-sized strips.
- In a large pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the pork strips, season with salt and black pepper, and nestle in the thyme sprigs. Let the pork cook until it's evenly browned on all sides, then transfer it to a bowl and set it aside.
- In the same pan, add the chopped onions, season with salt and black pepper, and cook until they soften and turn lightly golden. Stir in the tomato purée and let it cook for a couple of minutes. Pour in the white wine and simmer gently until it reduces and concentrates.
- Return the pork to the pan and stir to combine. Pour in the broth and let it simmer until the pork is cooked through and the sauce thickens.
- In a small bowl, mix together the sour cream and cream until smooth. Add the cream mixture to the pan and stir until well combined.
- In a separate pan, melt the butter and cook the sliced gherkins for 1 minute. Add the cooked gherkins to the pork mixture and stir to combine.
- In the same pan, melt the butter and cook the chopped mushrooms until they release their moisture. Add the mushrooms to the pork and stir until fully mixed.
- Serve over mashed potatoes and drizzle the sauce on top.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered an estimate only. Actual nutritional content will vary based upon brands used, measuring methods, cooking method, portion sizes, and more.
John says
This pork stroganoff is SO good! Creamy, savory, and totally comforting. I'll be making this for sure