tartare

tartare Definition

tar·tare (tär tär′)

adjective

that is ground up or diced, mixed with seasonings, and served raw tuna tartare

Etymology: < steak tartare < Fr tartare, Tartar: hence, in Tartar style

tartare Usage Examples

Converse of object

prepare: Service and food are first-rate, with both the foie gras and steak tartare prepared to perfection.

Adjective modifier

Korean: A guide to the food trends of 2006 Published: 14 January 2006 Haven't heard of crab empanadas or Korean steak tartare?

Modifies a noun

sauce: Crisp spicy tofu with a tartare sauce Tofu is bland, got no flavor, you say?

Noun used with modifier

steak: A guide to the food trends of 2006 Published: 14 January 2006 Haven't heard of crab empanadas or Korean steak tartare?
salmon: Fish for compliments - and salmon for starters As a starter, try our delicious salmon tartare.

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