Recipe: Steak Tartare

What you are looking for is steak tartare. I found this in a German recipe exchange. I think there are more simple versions. I must also say that you have to be very sure of your beef source and be sure not to buy it already ground as it would not be safe to eat raw. You might want to tell your butcher the meat is intended for raw consuption. I will also check my Time-Life German book later to see if they have a recipe. My husband would love this!

Steak Tartare

1 1/4 lb Lean beef sirloin/tenderloin
4 Egg yolks
1 lg Onion, finely chopped
3 tb Capers
2 sm Gerkins, sliced
4 Anchovies, chopped
1/3 c Sliced pimientos
1/3 c Chives, chopped
Salt
Red (cayenne) pepper
Paprika
Brandy, if desired

Tear beef into fine shreds or grind using a fine disk. Divide beef into 4 portions.

Make a well into each beef portion. Surround with small portions of onion, capers, gherkins, anchovies, pimientos, chives, salt, red pepper, and paprika.

Each person may flavor their tartare as desired. Brandy may be included, if desired.

Serve with crusty homemade bread and cold German beer.