Description
Wagyu beef carpaccio is a luxurious appetizer that combines the melt-in-your-mouth tenderness of high-quality wagyu beef with the bright flavors of lemon, fresh herbs, and capers. This elegant dish is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a special night in. With its rich umami notes and stunning presentation, wagyu carpaccio elevates any dining experience to gourmet levels.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz wagyu beef tenderloin
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp capers
- 1 cup fresh arugula or basil
- 2 tbsp shaved Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Chill the wagyu beef tenderloin by wrapping it in plastic wrap and freezing for 30-45 minutes.
- Once chilled, slice the beef as thinly as possible using a sharp knife and arrange on a serving platter.
- Drizzle olive oil over the beef slices and follow with lemon juice.
- Sprinkle capers generously on top and add fresh herbs.
- Finish with shaved Parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately as an appetizer or light main course.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling and Serving
- Cuisine: Japanese/Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 oz (56g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg