Bicol Bistek l Bicolano way of Cooking Bistek l Pork steak ala Bistek l Kusina ni Bon

calamansi juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Lime juice provides a similar tangy flavor.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

Marinate pork in soy sauce, calamansi juice, ground pepper, and oyster sauce for at least 30 minutes.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add marinated pork and sear until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove pork from the pan and set aside.

In the same pan, sauté onions until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Return pork to the pan and add water.

Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook until tender, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Garnish with onion rings before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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