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Tulingan Bistek (Braised Bullet Tuna in Soy Sauce and Onion)

Tulingan Bistek (Braised Bullet Tuna in Soy Sauce and Onion)

Firm and flavorful tulingan slices marinated in soy sauce and calamansi, fried until golden, and simmered with onions and seasonings for a tangy and savory Filipino classic.

⏱ Prep: 10 min ⏱ Cook: 40 min

Ingredients

  • 2 large bs tulingan (sliced into serving pieces)
  • 5 piece calamansi (juiced)
  • 6 clove garlic (crushed)
  • 2 thumbs ginger (minced)
  • 1 stalk green onion (chopped)
  • 2 piece onions (sliced into rings)
  • 0.5 cup soy sauce
  • 0.5 tsp sugar
  • 4 g rams Maggi Magic Sarap
  • 0.25 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 cup water (for simmering)
  • 0.25 cup oil(for frying and sautéing)

Instructions

  1. Combine tulingan, calamansi juice, soy sauce, and 3 cloves minced garlic in a bowl. Mix and marinate for 30 minutes.

  2. Heat oil in a pan. Fry the tulingan slices until golden brown. Remove from the pan.

  3. Discard excess oil, leaving about 3 tablespoons. Sauté the remaining garlic until golden brown. Add ginger and onion. Cook until the onion turns slightly soft.

  4. Pour the remaining marinade into the pan. Add water. Bring to a boil.

  5. Add the fried tulingan into the pan. Lower the heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Note: add water as needed.

  6. Season with sugar, ground black pepper, and Maggi Magic Sarap.

  7. Add the onions and green onions. Cook for 5 minutes.

  8. Transfer to a serving plate. Serve hot with rice.