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Bistek Tagalog (Filipino Style Beef Steak)

Beef marinated in soy sauce and kalamansi juice then topped with lots of onions!
Prep Time7 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Marinate30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: beef steak, bistek, bistek tagalog, dinner recipes, filipino recipes, filipino style beef steak
Servings: 4 SERVINGS
Author: JENEVIVE

Ingredients

  • 600 grams beef sirloin thinly sliced and pounded
  • 2 big onions cut into rings
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 3 tablespoons cooking oil
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • parsley for garnishing optional

MARINADE

  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • 4 tablespoons kalamansi or lemon juice
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon sugar

Instructions

  • Combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl, then marinade the beef for about 30 minutes to an hour.
  • Squeeze the meat with your hands to remove excess marinade from the meat. Set the marinade aside for later use.
  • Heat oil over medium high heat. Add the onion rings and cook per your liking. I prefer mine not too cooked. Remove from oil and set aside.
  • On the same pan, fry the marinated beef until golden brown (about 1.5-2 minutes). Pour the soy sauce marinade then add the cornstarch dilluted in 1 cup water. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to lmedium low.
  • Simmer while stiring constantly and cook until the sauce thickens.
  • Top with onions and parsley. Serve hot with rice or mashed potatoes.