Belgian Classic Steak Tartare

Name: Belgian Classic Steak Tartare
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 people
Cuisine: Belgian
Ingredients: 600 g Beef; 2 Shallots; 30 g Capers; 40 g Gherkins; 1 small bunch Parsley; 1 tbsp Spicy mustard; 3 drops Tabasco; 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 2 Egg yolks; to taste Salt; to taste Black pepper

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This bistro-style Belgian tartare is all about balance: beef, shallot, capers, gherkins, parsley, mustard and yolk, mixed at the last moment and served immediately.

Serves: 4 people

Preparation time: 30 min

Ingredients

Beef – 600 g
Shallots – 2
Capers – 30 g
Gherkins – 40 g
Parsley – 1 small bunch
Spicy mustard – 1 tbsp
Tabasco – 3 drops
Worcestershire sauce – 2 tbsp
Egg yolks – 2
Salt – to taste
Black pepper – to taste

Method

STEP 1
Trim the beef if needed and mince or chop it finely. Peel the shallots and chop them finely with the capers and gherkins. Chop the parsley last so it stays bright.
STEP 2
Combine the beef with the shallots, capers, gherkins, mustard, parsley, tabasco, Worcestershire sauce and egg yolks. Mix gently until everything is evenly seasoned.
STEP 3
Taste and finish with salt and pepper. Shape the tartare on plates and serve straight away, traditionally with fries or good bread.
STEP 4
Do not leave this tartare sitting around: it is at its best when mixed shortly before serving and eaten immediately.