Korvstroganoff (Swedish Sausage Stroganoff)
Korvstroganoff is a beloved Swedish comfort food featuring tender slices of sausage in a creamy, tomato-based sauce—quick to prepare and delicious served over rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Swedish
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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- 400g falukorv (or any mild cooked sausage), sliced into strips
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 200ml heavy cream
- 100ml milk
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat butter and oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté for 5–7 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Add the sausage strips and cook for about 5 minutes until lightly browned.
- Stir in tomato paste and Dijon mustard, coating the sausage and onions evenly.
- Pour in cream and milk. Stir to combine and season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer gently for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens and flavors meld.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Serve hot with steamed rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta.
Notes
- Falukorv is traditional, but any mild cooked sausage works well.
- For a richer flavor, substitute part of the milk with more cream.
- Add a pinch of paprika or chili flakes for subtle heat.
- Great for meal prep—reheats beautifully the next day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 425 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg