Low Sodium Bistek Tagalog
Savor the bold, tangy, and savory flavors of Low Sodium Bistek Tagalog, a healthier take on the beloved Filipino classic. This recipe swaps traditional soy sauce for a low-sodium alternative, ensuring a heart-friendly dish without compromising on taste. Tender slices of beef sirloin are marinated in a zesty mixture of calamansi or lemon juice, garlic, and black pepper, then simmered to perfection with aromatic bay leaves and caramelized onions for a rich, umami-packed sauce. Perfectly paired with steamed rice, this dish delivers all the comforting flavors of Bistek Tagalog in a guilt-free, lower-salt version. With just 20 minutes of prep and minimal ingredients, this recipe is a wholesome yet satisfying addition to your weekly meal rotation!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 60 ml low sodium soy sauce
- 60 ml calamansi juice or lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large onion, sliced into rings
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 bay leaves
- 240 ml water
Directions
Step 1
In a bowl, combine the low sodium soy sauce, calamansi or lemon juice, minced garlic, and black pepper. Mix well.
Step 2
Add the thinly sliced beef sirloin to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator, or longer for better flavor.
Step 3
In a large pan over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Once hot, saute the onion rings until they are translucent and slightly caramelized. Remove the onions from the pan and set aside.
Step 4
In the same pan, add the remaining oil. Increase the heat to high and add the marinated beef, reserving the marinade for later use. Sear the beef on both sides until browned.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to medium, then pour the reserved marinade into the pan. Add the bay leaves and water, then stir to combine.
Step 6
Cover and simmer for about 25-30 minutes or until the beef is tender. Adjust the seasoning as needed with pepper to taste.
Step 7
Return the cooked onions to the pan and let them simmer for another 5 minutes to absorb the sauce's flavor.
Step 8
Serve the Low Sodium Bistek Tagalog hot, with steamed rice or your preferred side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1061.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1610.3 |
| Total Fat 101.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 33.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g | |
| Cholesterol 350mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2653.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 26.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.8g | |
| Protein 138.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 167.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2217.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories