Hand Cut Steak Tartare Recipes

HAND-CUT STEAK TARTARE

Steps:

• In a small bowl, whisk together the mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco, ketchup, and brandy, if using. In another bowl, combine the shallots, garlic, capers, herbs, and hazelnuts, if using. This can be prepared up to an hour ahead.
• At the very last minute, chop the meat into 1/4 inch dice (not too fine) using a large sharp knife. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the meat, egg yolks, and mustard mixture with a fork. Season with salt and pepper. Fold in the shallot mixture and blend well.
• Divide the meat in four equal portions and arrange them in patties on serving plates (use cylindrical moulds if you have them). Serve immediately, with additional mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco, ketchup, salt, and pepper on the table for each guest to adjust the seasoning.

STEAK TARTARE

Steps:

• Put the beef on a plate and place in the freezer for 15 minutes (this will make dicing the beef easier).
• Whisk together the mustard and oil in a large bowl. Add the jalapeño, shallot, cornichons, and capers and mix to combine.
• Remove the meat from the freezer and cut into 1/4-inch dice. Put the steak in the bowl with the jalapeño mixture, add the green onions and parsley, and fold gently to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
• Divide the tartare among 4 large dinner plates, drizzle with some of the mustard sauce, and serve with 3 slices of the garlic toast. Serve immediately.
• Mustard Sauce
• Combine the egg yolk, anchovies, both mustards, and the vinegar in a blender and blend until smooth.
• With the motor running, slowly add the oil, drop by drop at first, and blend until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 1 day before serving.
• Garlic Toast
• Preheat the broiler or heat a grill pan over high heat.
• Combine garlic and oil in a blender and blend for 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the mixture into a bowl.
• Brush both sides of the bread with the garlic oil and broil or grill the bread until lightly golden brown on both sides, about 30 seconds per side. Cut each slice in half. The garlic toasts are best served warm, the day they are made.