Recipe for moose heart tartare with wild products from Quebec

Recette de tartare de cœur d'orignal aux produits sauvages du Québec

Discover this unique recipe for moose heart tartare, enriched with wild products from Quebec. This preparation highlights local and authentic ingredients, perfect for lovers of rich and complex flavors.

Ingredients

  • 300 g of fresh moose heart
  • 1 finely chopped French shallot
  • 1 clove of finely chopped wild garlic
  • 1 tablespoon of chopped capers
  • 1 tablespoon of chopped pickles
  • 1 tablespoon of whole-grain mustard
  • 1 tablespoon of maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon of camelina or sunflower oil
  • 1 finely chopped celery stalk
  • Salt and pepper from the mill
  • 1 quail egg yolk (optional)
  • Sea buckthorn berries or dried cranberries
  • Fir shoots for decoration

Preparation

Preparation of moose heart

Clean the moose heart carefully, removing the veins and fibrous parts. Cut it into small even cubes for a uniform texture.

Mixing of the ingredients

In a bowl, mix the diced moose heart with the shallot, wild garlic, capers, gherkins, whole-grain mustard, maple syrup, cider vinegar and olive oil. cameline. Add the celery and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Assemblage

For a richer texture, gently fold in the quail egg yolk. Let sit in the refrigerator for 15 to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.

Presentation

Arrange the tartare on individual plates using a cookie cutter. Decorate with some sea buckthorn berries or dried cranberries for a pop of color and tangy flavor. Add fir shoots for a fresh finish.

service

Serve immediately with toasted country bread croutons or homemade potato chips.

Advice

Food and wine pairing

Pair this tartare with a dry white wine from Quebec, such as Chardonnay or Riesling, to complement the wild and complex flavors of the dish.

Variant

You can also add fresh herbs like wild thyme or rosemary to further enrich the flavor profile of your tartare.

Enjoy this delicious recipe that highlights the unique and wild products of Quebec. Enjoy your food !