Carne Cruda
by Celia Sin-Tien Cheng
July 10, 2006
A VOCE
41 Madison Ave
@ 26th St
New York, NY 10010
212-545-8555
$$$
Carne cruda is basically an Italian rendition of steak tartare. A Voce’s carne cruda uses finely diced Wagyu beef, then blends in an emulsified truffle vinaigrette, which makes it taste smooth and creamy. Walnuts and celery add a layer of texture as well as a nutty and fresh flavor. The truffle in the vinaigrette does its job of enhancing flavor, though almost inconspicuously. It’s hard to stop eating it with the perfectly toasted country bread that you get with it, but one must leave room for the rest of the stellar menu!
Also in Beef, Italian, Madison Square
