How to make Filipino Beef steak

calamansi juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Lime juice provides a similar tangy flavor.

beef sirloin

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: beef chuck

Chicken breast is lower in fat, while beef chuck is more affordable.

Slice beef sirloin thinly against the grain.

Marinate the beef in soy sauce, calamansi juice, minced garlic, black pepper, and salt for at least 30 minutes.

Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Add the marinated beef in batches, cooking until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add sliced onions and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes.

Add the beef back to the skillet along with the marinade, water, and bay leaves.

Simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Add sliced red bell pepper and carrots, cooking until tender, about 5 minutes.

Adjust seasoning with salt and sugar to taste.

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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