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 tsp fresh lemon juice, divided
• 2 Tab finely chopped scallions
• 2 Tab reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tsp toasted sesame seeds, divided
• 1 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 1 garlic clove, finely grated
• 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 8 oz filet mignon, cut into very small cubes (about 1/8′)
• Kosher salt
• 2′ pieces of chivesDirections:

1. Peel 1 pear quarter.
2. Cut into very small cubes (about 1/8″).
3. Place in a small bowl and toss with 1/4 tsp. lemon juice.
4. Cut remaining pear quarters into thin slices.
5. Place in a medium bowl and toss with remaining 1 tsp. lemon juice.
6. Whisk scallions, soy sauce, 1 tsp. sesame seeds, sesame oil, garlic, and pepper in a medium bowl.
7. Add filet mignon and pear cubes and gently toss until just combined.
8. Season to taste with salt.
9. Neatly spoon tartare over pear slices.
10. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tsp. sesame seeds and garnish with chives.

Serves: 12

Source: Epicurus