Wagyu Beef Carpaccio with Truffle Pearls
Wagyu Beef Carpaccio with Truffle Pearls is an exquisite dish that elevates simple ingredients into a gourmet dining experience. This culinary masterpiece features ultra-thin slices of melt-in-your-mouth Wagyu beef, delicately drizzled with truffle oil and adorned with flavorful toppings. Perfect for special occasions or intimate dinners, this elegant dish promises to impress your guests and leave them craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Japanese/Italian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz high-quality Wagyu beef, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp truffle oil
- 1 tbsp capers, drained
- 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese, freshly shaved
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup arugula
Instructions
- Allow the Wagyu beef to rest at room temperature for 15 minutes before slicing.
- Freeze the beef for about 30 minutes to make slicing easier. Use a sharp knife to cut the beef into paper-thin slices.
- Arrange the slices on a chilled plate, overlapping them slightly.
- Drizzle with olive oil and truffle oil, then sprinkle with capers and shaved Parmesan.
- Garnish with arugula and lemon zest. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider swapping out capers for microgreens or experimenting with different oils like sesame oil. Enjoy this dish fresh; do not reheat to maintain its texture and taste.