Ingredients

  • One 1-pound trimmed beef tenderloin roast
  • Fruity extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground pepper
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1/3 cup lightly packed rosemary leaves (from 3 large sprigs)
  • 1/4 cup capers, drained and patted dry
  • Fresh lemon juice, for brushing
  • Snipped chives, for garnish

Method

  • Cover the tenderloin tightly with plastic wrap and freeze until well chilled, about 30 minutes.
  • Light a grill or preheat a grill pan.
  • Brush the tenderloin with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Grill over high heat until nicely charred all over but raw within.
  • Let the tenderloin cool completely, then cover with plastic wrap and freeze until thoroughly chilled, about 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium skillet, heat 1/2 inch of vegetable oil until shimmering.
  • Add the rosemary and fry over high heat until crispy, about 1 minute.
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer the rosemary to paper towels to drain.
  • Add the capers to the skillet and fry over high heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp and browned, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer the capers to the paper towels.
  • Using a very sharp knife, slice the tenderloin crosswise 1/4 inch thick.
  • Place a slice of beef between 2 sheets of plastic wrap and pound lightly until very thin.
  • Remove the top sheet of plastic wrap and invert the carpaccio onto a plate or platter.
  • Repeat with the remaining slices.
  • Brush the carpaccio with olive oil and lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
  • Scatter the fried rosemary and capers on top, garnish with chives and serve.