Classic beef tartare

Knife-cut beef tartare seasoned with capers, shallot, mustard and herbs. High in protein, low in carbohydrate and needing no cooking, it is a fresh, tasty bistro classic.

Preparation: 20 min  |  Cooking: 0 min  |  Servings: 2  |  Difficulty: Medium

Calculated per serving from Anses Ciqual 2025 values for each ingredient, based on the quantities in the list. Household measures (spoonfuls, pieces) use average weights. 279 kcal · 47 g protein · 4 g carbohydrate · 7 g fat

Ingredients

• 300 g of very fresh beef (fillet)
• 1 shallot
• 2 tbsp capers
• 1 tbsp mustard
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 bunch of parsley
• Tabasco, salt, pepper

Method

1. Cut the beef into small dice with a knife.
2. Mix with the shallot, capers, mustard and parsley.
3. Season (Tabasco, salt, pepper).
4. Shape into a ring and top with the egg yolk.

Nutritional benefits

Lean raw beef is very rich in protein, haem iron and zinc, with little carbohydrate, which suits a low-carb diet. Cut by hand and seasoned with capers and herbs, tartare is a fresh, high-protein dish. Use top-quality, extra-fresh beef and eat it straight away.

Variations and substitutions

• Italian style (Parmesan, rocket, lemon).
• Spicier or milder, to taste.
• With gherkins as well as capers.
• Served with a green salad (skip the chips for the light version).

Storage and making ahead

Eat straight away; tartare is made at the last minute for freshness and food safety.

💡 Good to know

Cut the meat by hand (rather than mincing it) from an extra-fresh piece: the texture and the food safety are much better.

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The foods in this recipe: beef · shallot · capers · mustard · egg yolk.

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