Beef “Tonnato” with Eggplant and Balsamic Caramel Recipe

Ingredients:

• 600g beef fillet, trimmed
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 anchovy fillets
• 1 garlic clove, chopped
• 1 eggplant, sliced into 1cm rounds
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tbsp honey
• Salt and pepper
• Olive oil

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C/430°F.
2. Toss the eggplant slices in olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 15-20 minutes, or until golden and tender. Set aside to cool.
3. In a blender, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice, anchovy fillets, and garlic. Blend until smooth and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
4. Season the beef fillet with salt and pepper. Heat a frying pan with olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook beef fillet for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until cooked to your liking.
5. Remove the beef from the pan and wrap in foil. Set aside to rest for 10 minutes.
6. Add balsamic vinegar and honey to the frying pan. Simmer over medium-high heat until the mixture thickens and becomes syrupy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
7. Thinly slice the beef fillet and arrange on a serving plate. Top with eggplant slices and drizzle with the mayonnaise sauce and balsamic caramel. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Verdict:

Beef “tonnato” is a modern twist on the classic Italian dish of veal with tuna sauce. The combination of tender beef fillet, creamy mayonnaise sauce, roasted eggplant, and sweet balsamic caramel is a flavor explosion in your mouth. This recipe is perfect for a dinner party or a special occasion.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve this dish with a glass of red wine and a side salad of greens and cherry tomatoes dressed with a light vinaigrette. Enjoy the delicious flavors of this impressive and easy-to-make dish!