Carpaccio on Focaccia
c. 1990s · typewriter
15 min prep
beefcarpacciofocacciastarterentertainingitalian-inspired
Ingredients
- 1.360 gram beef fillet or sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2.chicken stock powder or Aromat, for seasoning the meat
- 3.balsamic dressing, for painting the meat before serving
- 4.1 packet rocket (arugula), dressed with balsamic dressing
- 5.1 block Pecorino cheese, thinly shaved
- 6.focaccia or potbrood, smoky potbrood preferred; or focaccia
- 7.olives, optional garnish
Method
- 1.Season the meat a few hours before serving with Aromat and pepper.
- 2.Ten minutes before serving, paint with balsamic dressing.
- 3.Serve on smoky potbrood or focaccia with dressed rocket leaves and pecorino shavings.
Notes
- Page number '2' visible at bottom right — this recipe may have been sourced from a cooking class or printed guide.
- 'Potbrood' is South African bread baked in a cast-iron pot over braai coals. The smoky flavour pairs well with the raw beef.
- Aromat is a South African all-purpose seasoning blend; substitute with Maggi Seasoning or seasoned salt.
- This is a starter or sharing plate. The beef is served raw (carpaccio-style), marinated only in Aromat and balsamic.