stroganoff

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English

Etymology

Named after the Stroganov family, a distinguished Russian family involved in the settlement of Siberia, Russian Стро́ганов (Stróganov).

Pronunciation

Noun

stroganoff (plural stroganoffs)

  1. A dish of sautéed pieces of beef (or a substitute) served in a sauce with sour cream.
    • 2002, Hope Ricciotti, Vincent Connelly, The Pregnancy Cookbook:
      With its creamy texture and unique taste, our version is certain to win over even the most diehard stroganoff fans.
    • 1999, John Yeoman, Self Reliance: A Recipe for the New Millennium:
      For an unusual kidney stroganoff, saute them in a casserole with chopped onions, celery and carrot, then stew in wine, beer, cider or stock till tender, and stir in a little cream before serving.

Usage notes

Stroganoff is sometimes, but not always, capitalised. Although it may originally have functioned as an adjective following the noun beef, it is now often regarded as a noun in itself, just as preparations of chicken Kiev are now frequently referred to as kievs.

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