Tataki with Sesame Soy Dressing

Ingredients

• 500g (1.1 lb) beef tenderloin 500g (1.1 lb) beef tenderloin
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1 teaspoon grated garlic 1 teaspoon grated garlic
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh herbs (such as cilantro or chives) for garnish Fresh herbs (such as cilantro or chives) for garnish
• Pickled vegetables (such as daikon radish or cucumber) for serving Pickled vegetables (such as daikon radish or cucumber) for serving

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 300 kcal / 1255 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 20g, 5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 2g, 1g
• Protein: 28g
• Fiber: 0g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Season the beef tenderloin with salt and pepper.
2. 2.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over high heat.
3. 3.
   Sear the beef on all sides until browned, about 1 minute per side.
4. 4.
   Remove the beef from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes.
5. 5.
   In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, grated ginger, grated garlic, and toasted sesame seeds.
6. 6.
   Slice the beef into thin slices and arrange them on a serving platter.
7. 7.
   Drizzle the sesame soy dressing over the beef slices.
8. 8.
   Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with pickled vegetables on the side.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Beef tenderloin — Make sure to choose a high-quality cut of beef tenderloin for the best results. It should be well-marbled and fresh.
• Sesame oil — Opt for toasted sesame oil to enhance the nutty flavor in the dressing.
• Fresh herbs — Use a combination of cilantro and chives for a refreshing and aromatic garnish.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sesame soy dressing.
• To achieve the perfect sear on the beef, make sure the skillet is very hot before adding the meat.
• Allow the beef to rest before slicing to ensure the juices redistribute and the meat remains tender.

Serving advice

Serve Tataki as an appetizer or a main course. Pair it with steamed rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Presentation advice

Arrange the thinly sliced beef in an overlapping pattern on a platter. Drizzle the sesame soy dressing in an artistic manner and garnish with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and fresh herbs.