Beef Stroganoff is one of the most popular beef recipes around the world. For a lot of people, this dish is synonymous with international sophistication. But what is the story behind Stroganoff beef? Keep reading and find out.
An Aristocratic Family
Beef Stroganoff is a Russian dish known since at least the eighteenth century.
There’s no official history of Beef Stroganoff, but according to the most accredited version, the dish is named after Count Pavel Stroganoff, the scion of an aristocratic family historically close to the Russian Czars.
Stroganoff was a diplomat and a general in the Napoleonic wars. Like many other Russian aristocrats, Stroganoff loved all things France and made a point of hiring chefs from that country who created a fusion of Russian and French flavors.
According to the legend, beef Stroganoff would be the result of this fusion. It consists in thin strips of beef cooked in a sour-cream sauce with onions and mushrooms.
The Staying Power of a Compelling Story
Apparently, the dish was invented in the 18th century and became very popular in the United States between the 1950s and 1960s.
Due to its popularity, the dish is currently offered in many variations, like our Chicken Meatballs Stroganoff, that are included in our menu of Gourmet Prepared Meals this week. Order yours now!
Although some sources indicate that this dish is actually peasant food with 100 percent Russian origins, compelling stories have staying power, and food lovers everywhere imagine luscious Russian palaces as they consume their beef Stroganoff.
Learn More About Iconic Dishes From Around the World
These are some previous posts where we have talked about some other iconic dishes from around the world:
- Who invented barbecue?
- What is Miso?
- Marinara: the story behind the legendary Italian sauce
- Soba noodles: everything you need to know
- Tofu: 5 frequently asked questions
- A brief history of tacos
- The amusing stories behind pasta names in Italy
- The surprisingly recent origins of Bolognese sauce
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