Easy Beef Carpaccio
This Easy Beef Carpaccio is SO SIMPLE and elegant! Thinly sliced rare roast beef dressed with lemon, olive oil, arugula, and shaved cheese for a fresh Italian appetizer.
Equipment
- Sharp Knife
- Cutting Board
- Mixing Bowl
- Serving platter
Ingredients
- 0.25 lb rare roast beef thinly sliced
- 0.5 lemon juice of
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
- fresh pepper to taste
- 1.5 cups baby arugula
- 0.25 oz shaved Asiago or Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Step-by-Step: Easy Beef Carpaccio
- Start by ensuring your rare roast beef is chilled. This makes it easier to slice thinly. Using a sharp knife, cut the beef into very thin slices, aiming for about 1/8 inch thick. If your beef is not pre-sliced, you may want to slightly freeze it for about 15 minutes to firm it up, making it easier to cut.
- Arrange the thin slices of roast beef on a large serving platter. You can overlap the pieces slightly for a more elegant presentation.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the juice of half a lemon and the extra virgin olive oil. Add a pinch of salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste. This dressing will enhance the flavors of the beef without overwhelming them.
- Drizzle the lemon-olive oil mixture evenly over the arranged beef slices. Be gentle to ensure that the dressing enhances the flavors without making the beef soggy.
- Top the beef with a generous handful of baby arugula, distributing it evenly across the platter. Finally, sprinkle the shaved Asiago or Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Serve the Easy Beef Carpaccio right away, allowing guests to enjoy the freshness of the ingredients. Pair it with some crusty bread or crackers for a perfect appetizer.
Notes
- Slice the beef as thinly as possible for the best melt-in-your-mouth texture.
- Use the freshest ingredients to elevate the flavor and quality of the dish.
- Leftover beef can be refrigerated for up to 2 days; add arugula and cheese fresh when serving.
- Consider variations like adding heirloom tomatoes, figs, or jalapeños for seasonal twists.
- Do not freeze leftover beef as it will negatively affect the texture.