Japanese-style beef tataki

Prepare this refined starter for your next festive gathering. It’s sure to delight foodies who love Asian cuisine.

Ingredients

Servings: 2

• 300 grams beef tenderloin (ideally tartare or AAA grade)

• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil

• ¼ cup soy sauce

• 1 tablespoon mirin

• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated

• 1 clove garlic, grated

• Zest of two oranges

• 1 small green onion, thinly sliced

• Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. Remove the beef from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature for 15 to 20 minutes.

2. Heat a frying pan over high heat and add the sesame oil. Sear the beef tenderloin on all sides for about 30 to 45 seconds per side. It should remain very rare inside. Remove immediately from the heat and plunge the fillet into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and dry. Wrap the tenderloin in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes to make it easier to cut.

3. Meanwhile, prepare the sauce by combining the soy sauce, mirin, rice vinegar, ginger and garlic in a small bowl.

4. Slice the beef thinly with a sharp knife and arrange the slices flat on a serving plate.

5. Drizzle each slice with sauce. Garnish with the orange zest and green onions. Season with pepper to taste. Serve chilled.