Bistek Tagalog with a Twist

Ingredients

• 500g (1.1 lb) beef sirloin, thinly sliced 500g (1.1 lb) beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup calamansi juice (or substitute with lemon juice) 1/4 cup calamansi juice (or substitute with lemon juice)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• 2 large onions, thinly sliced into rings 2 large onions, thinly sliced into rings

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 18g, 5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 8g, 3g
• Protein: 32g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 2.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, calamansi juice, minced garlic, and black pepper. Mix well.
2. 2.
   Add the beef slices to the marinade and toss until evenly coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate overnight for maximum flavor.
3. 3.
   Heat the cooking oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
4. 4.
   Remove the beef slices from the marinade, reserving the marinade for later use.
5. 5.
   Sear the beef slices in the hot pan for about 2 minutes per side, or until browned. Do this in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
6. 6.
   Remove the seared beef from the pan and set aside.
7. 7.
   In the same pan, add the sliced onions and cook until they become soft and caramelized, about 5 minutes.
8. 8.
   Return the seared beef to the pan and pour in the reserved marinade.
9. 9.
   Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
10. 10.
    Remove from heat and transfer to a serving plate.
11. 11.
    Serve hot with steamed rice.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Beef sirloin — For the best results, choose thinly sliced beef sirloin to ensure quick and even cooking.
• Calamansi juice — If calamansi juice is not available, you can substitute it with lemon juice for a similar tangy flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• For a more tender beef, you can marinate it overnight in the refrigerator.
• Make sure to slice the onions thinly to ensure even caramelization.
• If you prefer a stronger citrus flavor, you can add more calamansi juice to the marinade.
• Serve the Bistek Tagalog with a side of steamed vegetables for a complete and balanced meal.
• Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.

Serving advice

Serve the Bistek Tagalog hot with steamed rice on the side. Garnish with freshly chopped spring onions for added freshness and color.

Presentation advice

Arrange the seared beef slices on a serving plate and top with the caramelized onions. Drizzle some of the marinade sauce over the dish for an extra burst of flavor. Serve with a side of steamed rice and garnish with freshly chopped spring onions.