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Classic Easy Steak Tartare

A sophisticated French classic you can easily prepare at home in under twenty minutes.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 French· July 15, 2026
Classic Easy Steak Tartare
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
0 minutes
Total
15 minutes
Serves
4

Steak tartare is one of those fancy appetizers that feels like a real treat at a restaurant. Many people are intimidated by the idea of making it themselves, but it is actually quite straightforward if you start with high quality, fresh beef from a trusted butcher.

Since this dish uses raw meat, freshness is the most important part of the process. I like to keep the seasoning simple so the flavor of the beef really shines through in every bite.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound very fresh beef tenderloin or sirloin
  • 1 tablespoon capers, finely chopped
  • 1 small shallot, finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 egg yolk (optional)
  • Toasted baguette slices for serving

Instructions

  1. 1

    Use a very sharp knife to cut the beef into small, uniform cubes. Try to keep them about a quarter inch in size.

  2. 2

    Place the diced beef into a chilled mixing bowl.

  3. 3

    Add the chopped capers, minced shallot, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, and olive oil to the bowl.

  4. 4

    Gently fold the ingredients together until everything is evenly combined, but take care not to mash the meat too much.

  5. 5

    Season the mixture with salt and pepper to your personal preference.

  6. 6

    Divide the tartare onto serving plates and press it into a round shape using a ring mold if you have one.

  7. 7

    If using an egg yolk, create a small indentation in the center of the meat and carefully place the yolk inside.

  8. 8

    Serve immediately with crispy baguette slices on the side.

💡 Tips

Always keep your beef chilled until the very last second before you start chopping. If you have leftovers, they should be discarded rather than stored because of the raw nature of the ingredients. Serve this with a crisp side salad or extra cornichons.

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