December 9, 2025RECIPES
Boškarin Carpaccio with Truffles
PREPARATION TIME: 10 minutes prep
DIFFICULTY: Easy
Ingredients
- 200 g Boškarin beef fillet (or high-quality beef fillet)
- 20 g fresh black truffle, thinly sliced or grated
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or truffle oil
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional: shaved Parmigiano Reggiano and a handful of fresh arugula
Preparation
Place the beef fillet in the freezer for 15–20 minutes to firm up, making it easier to slice.
Cut the meat into very thin slices and arrange them evenly on a chilled serving plate. Slightly flatten each slice if necessary.
Scatter the sliced or grated truffle over the beef.
Drizzle with olive oil or truffle oil and sprinkle with lemon juice. Season lightly with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Add shaved Parmesan and fresh arugula if desired. Serve immediately while fresh and cold.
Light, elegant, and fragrant, Boškarin Carpaccio with Truffles is a refined starter that showcases the rich culinary tradition of Istria and the unmistakable aroma of fresh truffles.
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