Can you eat steak tartare while pregnant?
No. It is best to avoid steak tartare during pregnancy.
AvoidRestaurant dishes
Raw minced beef with raw egg yolk: best avoided.
Why
- Raw or undercooked meat can carry toxoplasma, a parasite that can harm the baby.
- Raw or undercooked eggs and poultry can carry salmonella, which causes food poisoning.
- It can carry bacteria that cause food poisoning, which is harder on you in pregnancy.
How to enjoy it safely
Best avoided, so there is no safe way to prepare it. Try one of the swaps above.
Try instead
Guidance differs a little from country to country. Your doctor or midwife knows what is right for you.
FAQ
Can you eat steak tartare while pregnant?
No. It is best to avoid steak tartare during pregnancy. Raw minced beef with raw egg yolk: best avoided.
Why is steak tartare a concern in pregnancy?
Raw or undercooked meat can carry toxoplasma, a parasite that can harm the baby. Raw or undercooked eggs and poultry can carry salmonella, which causes food poisoning. It can carry bacteria that cause food poisoning, which is harder on you in pregnancy.
What can I have instead of steak tartare?
Beef.
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