Marinated Raw Beef

Serves 4
Prep Time 20 min
Ingredients

• 200 g/7 oz fillet of beef, in 1 piece
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• salt and pepper
• 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 55 g/2 oz Parmesan cheese, shaved thinly
• 4 tbsp chopped fresh flat-leaved parsley
• Lemon slices

Method

• Using a very sharp knife, cut the beef fillet into wafer-thin slices and arrange on 4 individual serving plates.
• Pour the lemon juice into a small bowl and season to taste with salt and pepper. Whisk in the olive oil, then pour the dressing over the meat.
• Cover the plates with clingfilm and set aside for 10-15 minutes to marinate.
• Remove and discard the clingfilm.
• Arrange the  Parmesan shavings in the centre of each serving and sprinkle with parsley.
• Garnish with lemon slices and serve with fresh bread.

Variation

• Substitute fresh, uncooked tuna for the fillet of beef. Do not use thawed frozen fish, and eat on the day of purchase.

Cooks Tip

• Place the beef in the freezer for about 30 minutes, you will find it easier to slice.

Garnish

• Lemon slices and serve with fresh bread.

Equipment

• Small bowl

Shopping List

• Fillet of beef
• Lemon  
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Parmesan cheese
• Flat-leaved parsley