Bistek

Bistek


400grams of beef fillet, thinly sliced
75ml light soy sauce
75ml dark soy sauce shopping list

250ml water
juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
1 large onion, sliced in rings

Cooking Instructions:

1. In a pan add the beef, along with the soy sauces, water and lemon juice. 
2. Bring to the boil and let it simmer for about 10-15 mins until the beef is tender. Taste the sauce. 
3. If it's too sour, add more soy sauce or if too salty, add more lemon juice. It should be a balance of sourness and saltiness.
    
4. Once tender, remove the liquid to a bowl and leave aside. Let any remaining liquid in the pan evaporate off then add the oil. 
5. Gently fry the beef for a couple of minutes then add the onions. 
6. Cook till the onions are translucent and still have a little crunch. 
7. Add back the liquid and let simmer for another 2 minutes.