Low Fat Beef Tapa
Savor the rich, savory flavors of the Philippines with this healthier twist on a beloved classic—Low Fat Beef Tapa. Made with lean beef sirloin steak and marinated in a tangy blend of reduced-sodium soy sauce, calamansi juice, garlic, and a touch of brown sugar, this dish is as flavorful as it is wholesome. By using a quick marinade and a light vegetable oil spray for cooking, this recipe maintains all the authentic deliciousness without the extra fat. Ready in just 25 minutes, including prep and cook time, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or a hearty breakfast paired with garlic fried rice and a sunny-side-up egg. Packed with protein and full of vibrant, citrusy notes, this low-fat version of beef tapa is proof that eating healthy doesn't mean compromising on taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Lean beef sirloin steak
- 60 ml Soy sauce, reduced sodium
- 3 tablespoons Calamansi juice (or lemon juice)
- 5 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 120 ml Water
- 1 as-needed Vegetable oil spray
Instructions
Slice the beef sirloin steak thinly, around 1/4 inch thick, against the grain for tenderness.
In a large bowl, combine the soy sauce, calamansi juice, minced garlic, ground black pepper, and brown sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
Add the sliced beef to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, ideally overnight, to maximize flavor.
Before cooking, remove the beef from the marinade and allow excess to drip off.
Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and lightly coat with a vegetable oil spray.
Add the marinated beef slices to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until the beef is browned and cooked through.
Pour the marinade into the skillet along with water and bring to a simmer for another 2 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce is slightly reduced.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs or additional calamansi slices if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1143 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.5 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.1 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 375 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 2620 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.3 g | ||
| Protein | 142.3 g | 285% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 139 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 1926 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
