Brazilian seasoned raw beef tartare (carne de onça)

125 g high-quality lean beef mince (ground 3 times)
40 g onion, finely diced
20 ml extra virgin olive oil
Sea salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Spring onions, finely chopped, to taste
Flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped, to taste

For the beef, visit your local butcher and specifically request a very lean cut, asking for it to be triple-minced to achieve the correct texture. Onions, spring onions, and flat-leaf parsley are readily available at any local market or grocery store in Fiji. Choose the freshest herbs possible for the best flavour. For the dark, crusty bread, your local artisanal bakery is the best bet, as you want a hearty bread that won't become soggy. Avoid standard supermarket sliced white bread; aim for something with more body to support the meat topping.

This dish is a fantastic option for a snack or an appetizer. It is traditionally served spread over slices of dark, crusty bread, which perfectly balances the intense flavour of the seasoned raw beef.