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Korean Steak Tartare

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Korean Steak TartareCon Poulos

The combination of crisp Asian pear and toasted sesame oil gives this stalwart a modern twist.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    30 minutes

  • Yield

    Makes 12 servings

Ingredients

1 Asian pear, cored, quartered
1 1/4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, divided
2 tablespoons finely chopped scallions
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds, divided
1 1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1 garlic clove, finely grated
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces filet mignon, cut into very small cubes (about 1/8")
Kosher salt
2" pieces of chives

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Peel 1 pear quarter; cut into very small cubes (about 1/8"). Place in a small bowl and toss with 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice. Cut remaining pear quarters into thin slices. Place in a medium bowl and toss with remaining 1 teaspoon lemon juice.

    Step 2

    Whisk scallions, soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, sesame oil, garlic, and pepper in a medium bowl. Add filet mignon and pear cubes and gently toss until just combined; season to taste with salt.

    Step 3

    Neatly spoon tartare over pear slices. Sprinkle with remaining 1 teaspoon sesame seeds and garnish with chives.

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