Grilled Beef Heart

Step 1

Take your whole heart and, with a sharp knife, go over both sides of it removing any sinewy parts including skin and tendons.  You should be left with a uniform piece of meat that resembles a very lean steak.

Step 2

Cut the heart steak into 1/2 inch slices.  Drizzle on some olive oil and season well with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Grill heart strips on high heat for about 3 minutes per side for medium rare.  Once the steaks come off the grill, let them rest for a few minutes before serving.  Cover them with foil to keep them warm.

Step 4

Mix gremolata ingredients together ahead of time and let sit at room temperature for a few minutes (30 would be good).

Step 5

Serve a few heart strips over a starch (like polenta).  Top with gremolata.