Steak Tartare
Raw beef, capers, yolk. Chopped by hand, not machine.
Timing note: 20 mins
Steak Tartare
Raw beef, capers, yolk. Chopped by hand, not machine.
Timing note: 20 mins
The Key Move
Buy whole muscle, trim exterior (where bacteria live), dice only the sterile interior. Never use pre-ground beef. The knife work is the safety.
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The Setup
- Cutting Board
- Chef's Knife
- Whisk
- Mixing Bowls
The Mise en Place
3Your prep station before cooking begins
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The Pantry (0/2)
My tartare feels mushy, almost paste-like.
Ah, that texture usually means your knife wasn't quite sharp enough, or the meat had started to warm up.
The meat has turned a bit gray.
That's the acid working too quickly. Remember, for steak tartare, you want to mix in any acidic ingredients, like lemon juice or Worcestershire, right at the very end, just before…
Chef's Notes
Use a very sharp knife for a clean cut. Dice ingredients finely and uniformly for the best texture.
Serve immediately with toast points, capers, and a raw egg yolk on the side for mixing.
Chop herbs and shallots ahead of time, but mix everything just before serving to maintain freshness.
The Method
THE TRIM
Remove all fat and silverskin from the beef.
THE DICE
Time-sensitiveSlice into thin sheets -> Strips -> Tiny cubes (Brunoise).
The pieces should be distinct cubes, not mush. If you hack at it with a dull knife, you get paste. Use a razor-sharp blade.
THE DRESSING
Whisk yolk, mustard, and sauces in a cold bowl until emulsified.
THE FOLD
Time-sensitiveFold the meat and crunchy bits into the dressing gently. Season heavily with salt/pepper.
⚠️ Taste it. Cold meat suppresses flavor. You need more salt than you think.
THE PLATE
Pack into a ring mold. Serve immediately with toast points.
