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Tartars are often synonymous with freshness and elegance on the plate. Today, we offer an original version with a touch of acai. This shrimp, avocado and acai tartar combines simple, tasty ingredients for a balanced dish that's perfect as an appetizer.
In this festive season, this recipe fits perfectly into our suggestions for year-end recipes.
A perfect recipe for your festive meals
This recipe fits perfectly into our selection of year-end recipes. Whether for a festive dinner, a refined starter or a light alternative to balance out your rich seasonal meals, this tartare is sure to be a hit.
What are the best occasions to serve this tartare?
- For a chic aperitif Serve in individual verrines to impress your guests right from the start of the meal.
- As a festive starter A light, original alternative to classic salmon or foie gras.
- To balance your festive meals With its freshness and goodness, this tartar is the perfect complement to often rich end-of-year menus.
Why eat acai as a savoury meal?
Acai is generally associated with sweet preparations such as acai bowls or smoothies. However, this Amazon superfruit also goes very well in savoury recipes. Here's why incorporating acai into your savoury meals is an excellent idea:
1. A subtle, versatile flavour
Acai has sweet, slightly tart notes reminiscent of red fruit and cocoa. This unique flavor blends perfectly with savory dishes to add a fresh touch of freshness and a subtle complexity of taste.
2. Rich in antioxidants
By incorporating acai into your savoury dishes, you can take advantage of its exceptional benefits. This fruit is extremely rich in antioxidants, helping to fight free radicals and protect your cells. However, to preserve its nutritional properties, we advise you not to heat acai.
3. A nutritious alternative
Acai is naturally low in sugar, but rich in fiber and essential fatty acids (omega-9). In a savory recipe like this tartar, it balances nutritional intake by providing a source of good nutrients without weighing the dish down.
4. A nod to Brazilian cuisine
In Brazil, acai is often eaten salted, accompanied by fish, meat or other protein-rich ingredients. It's an authentic way to discover this fruit outside the sweet preparations with which it is generally associated in Europe.
Our recipe: shrimp, avocado and acai tartar
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Serves 2
Ingredients:
- About twenty prawns peeled
- 50g ofacai thawed
- 1 small shallot
- A few sprigs of parsley
- Juice of 1/2 lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoonolive oil
- 1 lawyer
Preparation:
Prepare the shrimp:- Shell and coarsely chop the shrimps. Set aside in a salad bowl.
- Pour in the lime juice, olive oil, salt, pepper and acai. Mix well to coat the shrimp.
- Mash the avocado with a fork to obtain a smooth purée. Finely chop the shallot and add to the avocado. Season with salt, pepper and a squeeze of lemon juice.
- Using a cookie cutter, start with a layer of avocado purée. Cover with the shrimp tartar.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and a whole shrimp.
Keep chilled or serve immediately! Enjoy your meal.