Classic Beef Carpaccio with Arugula Salad and Parmesan Cheese
- Appetizers & Snacks, Holidays & Seasonal, Italy, Salads
This Classic Beef Carpaccio, refined with arugula and thinly shaved Parmesan cheese, rounded off with a harmonious lemon-olive oil dressing, is a true delight. This popular Italian appetizer is not only delicious but also quick and easy to prepare. It is an absolute eye-catcher for special occasions like Easter, Christmas, dinner parties, or any other festive event.
Ingredients you will need for this recipe:
- 200 g thinly sliced beef fillet | suitable for raw consumption
- 2 handfuls fresh arugula
- 1 handful thinly shaved Parmesan cheese
- 4 tbsp high-quality olive oil
- freshly squeezed juice of 1/2 lemon
- salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
How to Classic Beef Carpaccio:
(1) Prepare the Beef:
Slice the beef into thin, delicate slices. This works best with a bread slicing machine or a very sharp knife when the meat is slightly frozen. Alternatively, you can ask the butcher to slice the meat thinly for you.
Arrange the thin slices of beef on a large plate coated with olive oil, lightly season with salt, and sprinkle with pepper.
(2) Prepare Salad & Dressing:
Thoroughly wash and dry the arugula.
For the dressing, whisk together the olive oil and the juice of half a lemon in a small bowl. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your taste.
Toss the arugula with the dressing.
(3) Assemble the Beef Carpaccio:
Arrange the arugula on the plate lined with beef slices and sprinkle with thinly shaved Parmesan cheese. For an extra touch, drizzle with a bit of good quality olive oil before serving chilled.
Some Recipe Tips:
Beef Quality: Opt for top-quality beef, preferably filet or another lean, high-grade cut suitable for raw consumption. It’s best to seek advice from a trusted butcher.
Beef Slicing: For optimal flavor, slice the beef very thinly. This enhances tenderness and makes it easier to chew. A sharp knife or bread slicing machine works best, especially with slightly frozen meat.
Classic Beef Carpaccio with Arugula Salad and Parmesan Cheese
Course: Appetizers & Snacks, SaladsCuisine: ItalyDifficulty: Easy15
minutesThis Classic Beef Carpaccio, refined with arugula and thinly shaved Parmesan cheese, rounded off with a harmonious lemon-olive oil dressing, is a true delight. This popular Italian appetizer is not only delicious but also quick and easy to prepare. It is an absolute eye-catcher for special occasions like Easter, Christmas, dinner parties, or any other festive event.
Ingredients
200 g thinly sliced beef fillet | suitable for raw consumption
2 handfuls fresh arugula
1 handful thinly shaved Parmesan cheese
4 tbsp high-quality olive oil
freshly squeezed juice of 1/2 lemon
salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Directions
Prepare the Beef:
Slice the beef into thin, delicate slices. This works best with a bread slicing machine or a very sharp knife when the meat is slightly frozen. Alternatively, you can ask the butcher to slice the meat thinly for you.
Arrange the thin slices of beef on a large plate coated with olive oil, lightly season with salt, and sprinkle with pepper.
Prepare Salad & Dressing:
Thoroughly wash and dry the arugula.
For the dressing, whisk together the olive oil and the juice of half a lemon in a small bowl. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your taste.
Toss the arugula with the dressing.
Assemble the Beef Carpaccio:
Arrange the arugula on the plate lined with beef slices and sprinkle with thinly shaved Parmesan cheese. For an extra touch, drizzle with a bit of good quality olive oil before serving chilled.
Notes
- Beef Quality: Opt for top-quality beef, preferably filet or another lean, high-grade cut suitable for raw consumption. It's best to seek advice from a trusted butcher.
- Beef Slicing: For optimal flavor, slice the beef very thinly. This enhances tenderness and makes it easier to chew. A sharp knife or bread slicing machine works best, especially with slightly frozen meat.
