Jul 09 2026
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Benchmark Beef Tartare Recipe

Inspired by River Café
Time2h
Serves2

Edgar Farms Pickled Asparagus, Oyster Emulsion, Cured Egg Yolk & Flax Seed Cracker

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Ingredients

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Beef Tartare

Pickled Asparagus

Oyster Emulsion

Flax Seed Cracker

Method

Beef Tartare Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Beef

    Finely chop the beef tenderloin and place it in a mixing bowl. Add capers, shallot, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently to combine.

Pickled Asparagus Preparation

  1. 2

    Pickle the Asparagus

    In a saucepan, combine white vinegar, water, sugar, salt, black peppercorns, and garlic. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat. Pour the hot brine over the trimmed asparagus in a jar and let it cool. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Oyster Emulsion Preparation

  1. 3

    Make the Oyster Emulsion

    In a mixing bowl, whisk together oyster liquor and egg yolk. Gradually add olive oil while whisking continuously until the mixture emulsifies. Stir in lemon juice and salt to taste.

Flax Seed Cracker Preparation

  1. 4

    Prepare the Flax Seed Cracker

    Soak flax seeds in water for 2 hours. Drain and spread the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 150°C (300°F) for 45 minutes or until crispy. Allow to cool and break into pieces.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Plate the Dish

    On a plate, form a small mound of beef tartare in the center. Arrange pickled asparagus around it. Drizzle the oyster emulsion over the tartare and garnish with flax seed crackers on the side.

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