Tapsilog with a Twist

Ingredients

• 500g (1.1 lb) beef sirloin, thinly sliced 500g (1.1 lb) beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 4 tablespoons soy sauce 4 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons calamansi juice (or lemon juice) 2 tablespoons calamansi juice (or lemon juice)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups cooked rice, preferably day-old 4 cups cooked rice, preferably day-old
• 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon thyme leaves 1 teaspoon thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon rosemary leaves 1 teaspoon rosemary leaves
• 4 eggs 4 eggs
• Salt, to taste Salt, to taste
• Spring onions, chopped (for garnish) Spring onions, chopped (for garnish)

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 15g, 5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 45g, 1g
• Protein: 30g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, calamansi juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, and black pepper. Add the beef slices to the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for a more intense flavor.
2. 2.
   Heat a large pan over medium heat and add the vegetable oil. Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
3. 3.
   Add the cooked rice to the pan and stir-fry for a few minutes until heated through. Sprinkle the thyme and rosemary leaves over the rice and mix well. Season with salt to taste. Set aside.
4. 4.
   In the same pan, cook the marinated beef slices until browned and cooked to your desired level of doneness. Remove from the pan and set aside.
5. 5.
   In a separate pan, fry the eggs sunny-side-up.
6. 6.
   To serve, divide the garlic fried rice among four plates. Top each plate with a portion of the cooked beef and a sunny-side-up egg. Garnish with chopped spring onions.
7. 7.
   Enjoy your flavorful Tapsilog!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Beef sirloin — For tender slices of beef, make sure to slice the meat against the grain. This will help break down the muscle fibers and result in a more tender texture.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra burst of flavor, you can add a splash of vinegar to the marinade for the beef.
• If you prefer a spicier kick, you can add a pinch of chili flakes to the garlic fried rice.
• To make the dish more filling, you can serve Tapsilog with a side of fresh tomatoes or a side salad.
• If you don't have calamansi juice, you can substitute it with lemon or lime juice.
• To save time, you can marinate the beef overnight and cook it in the morning for a quick and delicious breakfast.

Serving advice

Serve Tapsilog hot and fresh for the best experience. The combination of flavors and textures is best enjoyed when the dish is still warm.

Presentation advice

To make the dish visually appealing, arrange the beef slices neatly on top of the garlic fried rice and place the sunny-side-up egg on the side. Garnish with chopped spring onions for a pop of color.