Bistek Tagalog is a Filipino classic whose name comes from the Spanish “bistec”. It shows the colonial influence in a distinctly Filipino interpretation.
Thin beef slices are marinated in soy sauce and tangy calamansi juice, gently braised and served with soft, sautéed onion rings.
Servings3
Time40 min
LevelEasy
Ingredients
Beef, thinly sliced★500 g
Soy sauce★4 tbsp
Calamansi or lemon juice★3 tbsp
Onions, in rings★2
Garlic4 cloves
Black pepper1 tsp
Cooked riceto serve
★ = available authentic in the Asia Boutique
Preparation
1
Marinate the beef in soy sauce, calamansi and pepper.
2
Sauté the onion rings in oil until translucent, remove.
3
Sear the beef in the same oil.
4
Pour in the marinade and braise gently until tender.
5
Serve with the onion rings and rice.
Make it original
Soy sauce and calamansi for bistek Tagalog are in the Asia Boutique.
