Bistek Tagalog

Directions

1. 1

   Velvet the beef (optional): Add baking soda and water to beef. Mix well to coat beef and let stand for 15 minutes. When done rinse beef and pat dry.

2. 2

   Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, calamansi (or lemon) juice, and minced garlic. Add the beef slices to the mixture, ensuring they’re fully coated. Cover and marinate for 60 minutes.

3. 3

   Cook the Onions: Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the onion rings until they become soft and translucent, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.

4. 4

   Cook the Beef: In the same pan, pan-fry the marinated beef slices until brown on both sides. Pour in the remaining marinade and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes to slightly reduce the sauce. Taste the sauce and adjust water and salt as needed. Add black pepper to taste

5. 5

   Combine: Return the sautéed onions to the pan. Mix together to combine, simmer for an additional 1-2 minutes. Serve with white rice.