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Tartare di manzo

Perfect with Olio EVO
2 April, 2025

The *Tartare di manzo* is an elegant and refreshing dish, perfect as a starter or a light main course. It can be served with cherry tomatoes, green salad, or French fries for those who enjoy a crispy contrast, or with caramelized red onion, fresh herbs, or spices to customize its flavor. In any case, we recommend serving it raw with a drizzle of our extra virgin olive oil.

Ingredients*

  • 300 g of beef (preferably tenderloin or sirloin), finely chopped by hand
  • 1 cucchiaio di capperi, tritati
  • 1 tablespoon of red onion, finely chopped
  • 2–3 tablespoons of pickled gherkins, chopped
  • 1–2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
  • 1–2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • A pinch of paprika (optional)

Serves: 4 people

Safety note: It is essential to use high-quality, fresh meat to ensure both safety and flavor.

Preparation

  1. Preparing the ingredients:
    1. Make sure the meat is very cold before chopping it. You can place it in the freezer for about 30 minutes to make cutting easier.
    2. Finely chop the meat by hand into very small pieces (or ask your butcher to prepare it for tartare).
  2. Preparing the tartare:
    1. In a large bowl, combine the chopped meat, capers, red onion, and pickled gherkins. Mix well.
    2. Add the Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and extra virgin olive oil. Mix again until all the ingredients are well combined.
    3. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add a pinch of paprika for extra color and flavor (optional).
    4. Divide the tartare into individual portions and shape them into small balls or discs with your hands or a food ring mold.
  3. Serving:
    1. Serve immediately with bread crostini or toasted bread.

Enjoy!