Carrageenan Free Beef Carpaccio with Herb Oil & Capers
Raw beef done right is one of the most elegant things you can put on a table, and this version delivers that restaurant-quality experience with nothing more than a sharp knife and a handful of fresh ingredients. The tenderloin is briefly chilled to make slicing effortless, then pounded until it's nearly translucent — silky, delicate, and genuinely beautiful on the plate. A bright herb oil made with parsley, chives, lemon juice, and good olive oil ties everything together without overpowering the beef's natural richness. Briny capers and a handful of peppery baby arugula add contrast in both flavor and texture, making every bite feel balanced and intentional. For anyone avoiding carrageenan, this dish is a natural fit — every single component is a whole, unprocessed ingredient with no additives, stabilizers, or thickeners anywhere in sight. That matters more than you might think, since carrageenan quietly shows up in deli meats, pre-marinated proteins, and even some bottled dressings. Starting from a clean cut of center-cut tenderloin and making the herb oil from scratch means you stay completely in control. Serve it on chilled plates the moment it's assembled and it will absolutely steal the show.
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4 servings
For the carpaccio
- 8 oz beef tenderloin, center-cut, trimmed of any sinew
For the herb oil
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely sliced
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- 1 tbsp capers, drained and roughly chopped
- 1 cup baby arugula
- 4 thin lemon slices (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Wrap the beef tenderloin tightly in plastic wrap and place it in the freezer for 25–30 minutes, until the exterior is firm to the touch but not frozen solid — this makes slicing much easier.
- 2
While the beef chills, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, chives, and 1/4 tsp sea salt in a small bowl until combined. Set aside.
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