The combination of crisp Asian pear and toasted sesame oil gives this stalwart a modern twist.
Ingredients
1 Asian pear, cored, quartered
1 1/4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, divided
2 tablespoons finely chopped scallions
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds, divided
1 1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1 garlic clove, finely grated
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces filet mignon, cut into very small cubes (about 1/8")
Kosher salt
2" pieces of chives
Directions
Peel 1 pear quarter; cut into very small cubes (about 1/8"). Place in a small bowl and toss with 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice. Cut remaining pear quarters into thin slices. Place in a medium bowl and toss with remaining 1 teaspoon lemon juice.
Whisk scallions, soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, sesame oil, garlic, and pepper in a medium bowl. Add filet mignon and pear cubes and gently toss until just combined; season to taste with salt.
Neatly spoon tartare over pear slices. Sprinkle with remaining 1 teaspoon sesame seeds and garnish with chives.
