The Best Beef Carpaccio

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This is the best beef carpaccio, and also easy to make at home. Cold, tender, rich beef, sliced paper thin and plated with a tangy, salty sauce, Parmesan shavings, briny capers, and baby arugula is a surprisingly simple but sophisticated appetizer.

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Nicole McLaughlin
Nicole McLaughlin
Nicole McLaughlin

Nicole McLaughlin produces the educational and entertaining food series from Allrecipes; You Can Cook That. She is known for her relatability with the home-cook audience. With over 20 years in the culinary world, she is able to effectively deliver a bounty of knowledge, with a side of sarcastic wit.

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Updated on December 19, 2023
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beef carpaccio with shaved parmesan and arugula and a tangy mayo sauce
Prep Time:
20 mins
Freeze Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 20 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 1 pound beef tenderloin

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise

  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice, divided

  • 2 anchovies

  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided

  • 4 cups baby arugula

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 1/4 cup capers

  • 1/2 cup shaved Parmesan cheese

  • baguette slices for serving (optional)

Directions

beef carpaccio with shaved parmesan and arugula and a tangy mayo sauce
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  1. Wrap beef very tightly in plastic wrap and place in the freezer until just slightly firm, about 1 hour. Chill 4 large plates in the refrigerator until ready to serve. 

  2. Meanwhile, prepare sauce. Combine mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, anchovies, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in the bowl of a food processor. Blend until smooth and set aside.

  3. Remove plastic wrap from beef. Using a very sharp knife, carefully slice paper-thin slices of beef. Arrange beef in a single layer divided among 4 chilled plates.

  4. Toss arugula with remaining lemon juice and pepper, olive oil, and salt. Place arugula mixture in the center of the beef.  Drizzle evenly with reserved sauce; sprinkle with capers and cheese. Serve immediately with baguette slices.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

653 Calories
56g Fat
4g Carbs
33g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 653
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 56g 72%
Saturated Fat 17g 84%
Cholesterol 121mg 40%
Sodium 864mg 38%
Total Carbohydrate 4g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 33g 65%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 164mg 13%
Iron 4mg 24%
Potassium 513mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.