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Beef Tataki with Garlic Chips & Ponzu

Savory Beef Tataki with Garlic Chips & Zesty Ponzu Delight

This easy Beef Tataki with Garlic Chips & Ponzu is a show-stopper that combines perfectly seared filet mignon with a zesty ponzu sauce and crispy garlic chips.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1 lb Filet Mignon Opt for this tender cut for a melt-in-your-mouth experience.
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Essential for flavor enhancement.
  • 1 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper Adds earthiness to the flavor profile.
For the Ponzu Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Yuzu Juice (or Lime Juice) Offers citrusy brightness.
  • 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce (or Tamari) Provides umami depth.
  • 1 tbsp Grated Ginger Infuses the sauce with zest.
  • 1 tbsp Sugar Balances tanginess.
  • 1 small White Onion Adds subtle sweetness.
For the Crispy Garlic Chips
  • 4 cloves Garlic Thinly sliced.
  • 1 cup Neutral Oil For frying garlic chips.
For Garnishing
  • 2 tbsp Chives For vibrant color.

Equipment

  • Heavy skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • Small Saupan
  • Plastic wrap
  • sharp knife
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the filet mignon dry with paper towels. Season both sides with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  2. Heat neutral oil in a heavy skillet over high heat. Sear the steak for 1.5 minutes per side.
  3. Wrap the cooled steak tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  4. Whisk together yuzu juice, soy sauce, grated ginger, sugar, and minced white onion in a medium bowl.
  5. Thinly slice garlic and fry them in neutral oil until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Slice the steak thinly, arrange on a plate, drizzle with ponzu sauce, top with garlic chips, and garnish with chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 2gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This dish is gluten-free adaptable; consider using tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free alternative.

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