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Beef Tartare with Ham and Sauce

A quick and elegant no-cook dish featuring finely chopped raw beef, thin slices of ham, and a creamy mustard sauce. Perfect for a special appetizer or light dinner.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
350
Protein
25g
Beef Tartare with Ham and Sauce
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Ingredients

  • ½ lb beef sirloin
  • 2 oz deli ham
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • ¼ cup red onion
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Finely chop the 0.5 lb beef sirloin into small pieces, about 1/4 inch. Place in a bowl and season with 0.5 tsp salt and 0.25 tsp black pepper.

  2. 2

    Thinly slice the 2 oz deli ham into strips and set aside.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 1 tsp lemon juice until smooth. This is your sauce.

  4. 4

    Finely dice the 0.25 cup red onion. Add to the beef along with the ham strips and mix gently to combine.

  5. 5

    Divide the beef mixture onto plates, shaping into neat rounds. Drizzle the sauce over the top. Serve immediately, garnished with extra herbs if desired.

  6. 6

    For best texture, chill the beef for 10 minutes before serving, but do not overmix to keep it light.

Tools you’ll need

  • sharp knife
  • cutting board
  • mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • spoon

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