Brazilian recipe
Easy and Flavorful Beef Tartare (Steak tartare)
Learn how to prepare an artisanal beef tartare with fresh meat and carefully selected seasonings. A sophisticated and practical appetizer, perfect for hosting friends.
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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, eye of 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, eye of 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
You can find these fresh ingredients at your local supermarket's butcher counter for high-quality beef cuts, and in the pantry aisles for condiments like capers, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Fresh produce can be sourced from local greengrocers or fresh markets.
Preparation method
- Ensure all ingredients are fresh and chopped before starting the assembly.
- Hand-chop the beef with a sharp knife to create small, uniform cubes.
- Place the meat in a mixing bowl and add the egg yolk, mustard, capers, Worcestershire sauce, onion, parsley, chives, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Mix everything gently until the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the meat.
- Add the lemon juice and stir lightly to incorporate the flavors.
- Taste the mixture and adjust the salt or pepper according to your preference.
- Shape the tartare into individual portions using a metal ring or carefully form them by hand.
- Transfer the shaped portions onto individual serving plates.
- Finish with a drizzle of olive oil on top and serve immediately with toast or bread.
Observations
Beef tartare is a classic recipe that highlights the freshness of high-quality beef. The secret to this dish's success lies in hand-chopping the meat with a sharp knife, which provides a texture far superior to machine-ground beef. Serve immediately after preparation to maintain the ideal temperature and freshness.
This version features well-balanced ingredients like capers and mustard, which provide the necessary acidity and spice to enhance the meat's natural flavor. Serve it with crusty toast or slices of fresh bread for an irresistible contrast of textures.
This version features well-balanced ingredients like capers and mustard, which provide the necessary acidity and spice to enhance the meat's natural flavor. Serve it with crusty toast or slices of fresh bread for an irresistible contrast of textures.
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