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

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
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
Thinly slice the 2 oz deli ham into strips and set aside.
- 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
Finely dice the 0.25 cup red onion. Add to the beef along with the ham strips and mix gently to combine.
- 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
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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