Beef Tataki
Seared Japanese beef sliced thin and served with a tangy ponzu dipping sauce and fresh garnishes. A light, elegant appetizer featuring perfectly seared rare beef.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat beef dry with paper towels and season generously with sea salt on all sides.
Step 2
Combine soy sauce, lemon juice, lime juice, rice vinegar, mirin, dashi, and bonito flakes in a small bowl. Stir well and set aside.
Step 3
Heat vegetable oil in a 12-inch cast iron skillet over high heat until just smoking, about 2 minutes.
Step 4
Sear beef on all four sides for 1-2 minutes per side until deeply browned but rare inside. The internal temperature should be 115-120°F.
Step 5
Transfer beef to a cutting board and let rest for 3-4 minutes until cool enough to handle.
Step 6
Slice beef thinly against the grain using a sharp knife.
Step 7
Arrange sliced daikon radish and beef on a serving platter or individual plates.
Step 8
Drizzle ponzu sauce over beef and garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and shichimi togarashi.
Step 9
Serve immediately with remaining ponzu sauce on the side for dipping.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch cast iron skillet
- Meat thermometer
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Small mixing bowl
- Paper towels
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