Bistek Filipino Rice (Beef Steak with Rice) Recipe

Marinate beef in soy sauce, calamansi juice, and pepper, covered, in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Toss onions in cornstarch until well coated.  Fry onion rings until crisp and golden. Drain on paper towels and set aside.

Melt butter in a large pan over medium heat. Fry beef until browned. Add garlic and sauté for 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside and keep warm.

Make the bistek rice: Mix rice and oil in a bowl. Add rice to the pan where the beef was cooked; toss until heated through. Add garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring continuously to prevent rice from sticking to the pan. Remove from heat and mix in butter.

Divide rice among bowls. Top with beef and onions. Garnish with cilantro.