Brazilian recipe
Simple and savory steak tartare (Steak tartare)
Learn how to make an artisanal steak tartare using fresh beef and select seasonings. A sophisticated and practical appetizer, perfect for entertaining at home.
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Ingredients
Extra virgin olive oil to taste
1 fresh egg yolk
2 tablespoons finely chopped capers
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
400g trimmed sirloin, lean round, or filet mignon, hand-chopped with a knife
1 small red onion, finely minced
2 tablespoons chopped chives
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Juice of half a lemon
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 fresh egg yolk
2 tablespoons finely chopped capers
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
400g trimmed sirloin, lean round, or filet mignon, hand-chopped with a knife
1 small red onion, finely minced
2 tablespoons chopped chives
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Juice of half a lemon
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh beef cuts like sirloin or filet mignon at your local butcher shop's meat counter. Fresh herbs, produce, and pantry staples such as Dijon mustard, capers, and Worcestershire sauce are available in the refrigerated and dry grocery sections of any supermarket.
Preparation method
- Verify that all ingredients are fresh and chopped before starting
- Hand-chop the meat with a knife to obtain small, uniform cubes
- Place the meat in a bowl and add the egg yolk, mustard, capers, Worcestershire sauce, onion, parsley, chives, salt, pepper, and paprika
- Mix everything gently until the seasonings are well distributed throughout the meat
- Add the lemon juice and mix lightly to incorporate the flavors
- Taste the seasoning and adjust the salt or pepper to your preference
- Shape the steak into individual portions using a metal ring or mold gently with your hands
- Transfer the shaped portions to individual serving plates
- Finish with a drizzle of olive oil on top and serve immediately with toast or bread
Observations
Steak tartare is a classic dish that celebrates the freshness of beef. The secret to this dish's success is hand-chopping the meat with a knife, which guarantees a texture far superior to that of machine-ground meat. Serve it immediately after preparation to maintain the ideal temperature and freshness.
This version features balanced ingredients like capers and mustard, which provide the acidity and spicy kick necessary to enhance the meat's flavor. Pair it with crispy toast or slices of fresh bread for an irresistible contrast of textures.
This version features balanced ingredients like capers and mustard, which provide the acidity and spicy kick necessary to enhance the meat's flavor. Pair it with crispy toast or slices of fresh bread for an irresistible contrast of textures.
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