5 recipes with Wagyu meat

Special recipes for special meat

Wagyu meat is a unique tasting experience in the world. Thanks to its high fat infiltration, Wagyu has a delicate texture and an intense flavor, which make it one of the most prized meats in the world.

This meat is characterized by high marbling, i.e. the presence of thin veins of fat inside the meat, which makes it soft and succulent. The most famous Wagyu meat, you will have heard of it together with Japan, is produced from selected breeds of cattle, which are fed rigorous diets and kept in controlled conditions. In this article, we will explore 5 delicious Wagyu beef recipes that will make you fall in love with this delicacy.

Our online Wagyu meat box

Thanks to our Wagyu tasting box you could enjoy experimenting with many tasty and gourmet recipes thanks to the great quality of this meat. The Wagyu box includes 100% Italian adult beef (born, raised, slaughtered, packaged in Italy).

A small treasure chest of delicacies, with exceptional shapes and flavour, ideal for small families, couples or singles who want to experiment and try cooking beef using different cuts.

The 5 kg Box includes the following cuts of beef:

• 2 ribs or 1 Fiorentina Wagyu
• 2 Wagyu Burgers
• 3 Slices of Walnut or Topside
• 3 slices of scallops
• 1 Wagyu mince
• 1 Wagyu Stew
• 2 Wagyu Roasts
• 1 Pack of shanks or blancmange

Recipes with Wagyu meat

Wagyu meat can be used in numerous recipes, both for traditional dishes and for innovative creations. Some of the most common preparations include wagyu steak, cooked on the grill or grill, but it can be used to prepare gourmet burgers, carpaccio, tartare and much more. Here are the easiest ones to prepare.

The winning recipe: Wagyu tartare

Wagyu tartare is one of the most popular preparations to enjoy this prized meat. To make Wagyu tartare, you need to purchase a piece of high-quality Wagyu fillet and chop it finely. Add salt and freshly ground black pepper, Dijon mustard, capers and quail eggs. Mix everything carefully and serve with a crust of crusty bread and a squeeze of lemon. This dish is perfect as a starter or light main course.

We have created a perfect item to pair meat tartare with 4 tasty sauces , try it with Wagyu.

Grilled Wagyu

Grilled Wagyu is a simple and delicious preparation that allows you to best enjoy the unique flavor of Wagyu meat.

To prepare barbecued Wagyu, you need to choose a high-quality piece of meat, preferably fillet, Wagyu Fiorentina or ribeye, and marinate the meat in a mixture of salt, black pepper and olive oil for at least an hour .

How to cook Wagyu on the barbecue? Remember to never grill your meat as soon as you take it out of the refrigerator, let it rest at room temperature for at least an hour. Grill the meat over high heat for about 3-4 minutes per side, until it reaches the desired doneness. Serve with baked potatoes or grilled vegetables drizzled with soy sauce for a complete, tasty meal.

Saffron risotto with Wagyu minced meat

Saffron risotto is a classic and timeless dish, but if we add minced Wagyu meat, the recipe truly becomes a delicacy. Saffron risotto is typical of Lombardy but is highly appreciated throughout Italy and the world, thanks to the combination of a quality spice, the simplicity of its creation and the quality of Wagyu minced meat.

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The gourmet revisitation: Wagyu burger

The Wagyu burger is a gourmet alternative to the classic beef burger. To make the Wagyu burger, use high-quality ground Wagyu beef and add salt, pepper and other spices to your liking.

Form the meat into the typical shape and grill it on a hot plate until it reaches the desired doneness. Serve on a soft beetroot roll with tomato, lettuce and wasabi mayonnaise for a meal that will truly satisfy everything and make you say wow! Discover all the steps with our gourmet burger recipe with Wagyu meat .

Wagyu meat tempura

Last but not least in taste, Wagyu meat tempura is an excellent alternative to enjoy Wagyu meat in a light and crunchy preparation. Tempura is a Japanese cooking technique that involves dipping various foods in batter and then frying them in hot oil.

To make Wagyu meat tempura, get a high-quality cut of Wagyu meat, preferably tenderloin or ribeye. Cut the meat into similarly sized pieces and dip them in a light batter made with flour, ice water and a pinch of salt.

Heat the frying oil in a deep frying pan or deep fryer until it reaches a temperature of around 180°C. Take the Wagyu beef pieces and fry them for 1-2 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

Once ready, place it on absorbent paper to remove excess oil. Serve the Wagyu meat tempura hot, accompanied by soy sauce or ponzu sauce and a squeeze of lime.