Bistek (bistek Tagalog)

Instructions

1. Cut the beef into thin slices across the grain, then put them in a bowl with the soy sauce, the juice of two limes, the crushed garlic and the pepper. Let marinate for at least 20 minutes.
2. Cut one onion into thin rings and the rest into thick rings.
3. Heat the oil in a wide frying pan over high heat and sear the drained meat for 2 minutes on each side. Set aside.
4. In the same pan, fry the thin onion rings until golden and tender, then set them aside for the topping.
5. Add the thick onion rings, the remaining marinade, the water and the sugar. Let reduce for 5 minutes over medium heat.
6. Return the meat to the sauce, add the juice of the third lime, adjust the salt and simmer for 3 minutes.
7. Plate the meat with its sauce, then top with the golden onions. Serve straight away with rice.