Filipino Bistek

Traditional Filipino method of stir frying steak.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 lbs  sirloin (we also sometimes leave whole and grill) or 1 1⁄2 lbs  porterhouse steaks, cut into 2-inch pieces (we also sometimes leave whole and grill)
• 2  large onions, sliced
• 1  tablespoon lemon juice
• 3  tablespoons soy sauce
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1  tablespoon sugar
• 3  tablespoons  cooking oil
• 1⁄2 cup water

Directions

1. Combine lemon juice, soy sauce, salt and sugar. Pour mixture over beef and marinate for 30 minutes.
2. Saute onions in oil until transparent. Transfer to platter.
3. Drain beef. Fry in same skillet used to cook onions.
4. Pour off excess oil, add marinade and 1/2 cup water. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, scraping off browned bits in skillet. Pour this over meat and onions. Serve with rice.