Description
A delicious and unique take on classic beef tartare, featuring smoked ricotta and capers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound beef tenderloin, finely diced
- 8 ounces smoked ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and chopped
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small shallot, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices of toasted baguette or crackers, for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the finely diced beef tenderloin, minced shallot, chopped capers, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, parsley, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix gently until well combined.
- In another bowl, scoop the smoked ricotta cheese and season it lightly with salt and pepper. Stir until creamy and smooth.
- To serve, place a generous spoonful of the beef mixture on each slice of toasted baguette or cracker. Top with a dollop of the smoked ricotta.
- Garnish with additional capers or parsley if desired. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a few dashes of hot sauce to the beef mixture.
- Try substituting the beef with finely diced tuna for a seafood twist on this dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: varies
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: varies
- Unsaturated Fat: varies
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: varies