Sep 11, 2007 #1 chave982 Senior Cook Joined Feb 15, 2007 Messages 246 What is the best cut to use to make beef carpaccio? Also, how do I know if it's good enough quality to eat raw?
What is the best cut to use to make beef carpaccio? Also, how do I know if it's good enough quality to eat raw?
Sep 11, 2007 #2 QSis Washing Up Joined Oct 16, 2004 Messages 2,488 Location Boston area ooo! I hope someone answers you, chave! I'd like to try that sometime! Lee
Sep 11, 2007 #3 Andy M. Certified Pretend Chef Joined Sep 1, 2004 Messages 51,412 Location Massachusetts I would use tenderloin I bought from a reputable supplier.
Sep 11, 2007 #4 VeraBlue Executive Chef Joined Jul 10, 2006 Messages 3,683 Location northern NJ tenderloin, sliced paper thin..........and bought from a very reputable butcher. Squirt a bit of lemon, drizzle with olive oil, and serve with romano shavings...
tenderloin, sliced paper thin..........and bought from a very reputable butcher. Squirt a bit of lemon, drizzle with olive oil, and serve with romano shavings...
Sep 11, 2007 #5 auntdot Head Chef Joined Aug 25, 2004 Messages 2,418 One of my favorite foods. I agree with the tenderloin, it can be easier to cut thinly if put in the freezer for a little while. I go with Vera's recipe but like a couple of capers tossed on the plate.
One of my favorite foods. I agree with the tenderloin, it can be easier to cut thinly if put in the freezer for a little while. I go with Vera's recipe but like a couple of capers tossed on the plate.
Sep 11, 2007 #6 TATTRAT The Dude Abides Moderator Emeritus Joined Jun 1, 2006 Messages 5,476 Location Bermuda Native in D.C./NoVA Tenderloin, all the way. Or Kobe/Wygu(sp?) if you can get/afford it.
Sep 12, 2007 #7 Harborwitch Sous Chef Joined Aug 4, 2006 Messages 516 Location landlocked We use tenderloin only. We do roll it in cracked peppercorns and salt and sear it VERY quickly on all sides and then wrap and freeze until it can be sliced paper thin. Heavenly.
We use tenderloin only. We do roll it in cracked peppercorns and salt and sear it VERY quickly on all sides and then wrap and freeze until it can be sliced paper thin. Heavenly.