I had heard of steak tartare before moving to France, but I was unfamiliar with it and had certainly never tried it. Growing up in my suburban New Jersey family, steak tartare, also known as beef tartare, sounded fancy and foreign to me. It was not a common meal. Then I moved to France, where I learned all about French cuisine, including the classic steak tartare. In France, beef tartare is a popular and simple dish that my father-in-law frequently eats. So in today’s post, we’re going to talk about steak tartare and how the French eat it.
Spicy Beef Tartare Recipe
We have a spicy recipe we recommend using if you decide to try making your own beer tartare despite this.
- 1 pound of premium, fresh ground beef, preferably sirloin or tenderloin
- 2 tablespoons of finely chopped shallots
- 2 tablespoons of finely chopped cornichons or pickles
- 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon of capers, drained
- 1 tablespoon of either The Detroit Hot Sauce or The Chicago Hot Sauce (for a smoky or dill pickle flavor).
- 1 teaspoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon of finely chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Quail eggs or raw egg yolk, for garnish (optional)
- Crostini or French fries, for serving
- Combine the ground beef, shallots, cornichons, Worcestershire sauce, capers, lemon juice, and parsley in a sizable bowl.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
- Using your hands, mix the ingredients together until well combined.
- Make small rounds out of the beef mixture or give it any other shape you like.
- Put the beef tartare on a plate and, if you like, top it with a quail egg or a raw egg yolk.
- Immediately serve the beef tartare with crostini or French fries.
Note: To lower your risk of contracting a foodborne illness, use the best fresh beef you can find. If you have any questions about eating raw meats, it’s always best to speak with a doctor.
In conclusion, although beef tartare may be a delectable dish in other countries, it is not frequently consumed in the United States due to concerns about food safety. If you do decide to try beef tartare, make sure to only get it from reliable sources and to be aware of the possible dangers of consuming raw meat. If you have any worries about consuming raw meat, speak with a doctor.
Is Steak Tartare Safe To Eat?
FAQ
How can beef tartare be safe?
If you’re concerned about bacteria, chefs know how to get rid of them. Typically, this involves dipping the beef in boiling salt water for ten seconds, then placing it in a bucket of ice water for another ten seconds.
Why can you eat steak tartare without getting sick?
The bacteria and its toxin are eliminated if the meat is cooked to 71 C. Therefore, even if a steak is contaminated on the outside, it can still be eaten rare because the bacteria on the surface are killed and do not penetrate very far.
Is steak tartare raw beef safe?
Food Safety Issues To lower the risk of contracting a foodborne illness, the U S. All beef should be cooked to an internal temperature of at least 160 degrees Fahrenheit, according to the Department of Agriculture (USDA). This indicates that dishes made with raw beef, like beef tartare, are not regarded as safe to consume in the United States.
How long is beef tartare good for?
The ideal time to eat steak tartare is right away or within two hours of assembly. Only prepare what you can eat because there is no way to safely store leftover steak tartare.