Tapisilog Recipe (Filipino Breakfast with Tapa Beef)
This wholesome recipe combines tapa (savory-sweet marinated beef), sinangag (garlic fried rice), and itlog (sunny fried eggs) for a powerhouse of a breakfast! Try this Filipino breakfast to start your day, up and running strong.
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Servings: people
Calories: 379kcal
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl: For marinating the beef.
- Frying Pan: To cook the tapa (beef) and fry the eggs.
- Large Pan or Wok: For preparing the sinangag (garlic fried rice).
- Spatula: For stirring and breaking up the rice while cooking.
- Measuring Spoons: To measure out ingredients like soy sauce, sugar, and cooking oil.
- Knife: For slicing the beef and chopping garlic.
- Cutting Board: To prepare the ingredients.
- Cooking Utensils: Such as a spoon for stirring and serving.
Ingredients
For the Tapa (Beef):
- ½ lb beef sirloin or tenderloin thinly sliced (to make extra tender I suggest velveting the meat first, then be sure to pat very dry); add more beef for larger servings
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- ½ tbsp calamansi juice or lemon juice as a substitute
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ tsp cornstarch
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp canola or avocado cooking oil for frying
For the Sinangag (Garlic Fried Rice):
- 3 cups cooked white rice cooled
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp canola or avocado cooking oil
- Salt to taste
For the Itlog (Egg):
- 2-3 large eggs
- 1 tbsp canola or avocado Cooking oil for frying
Garnish
- sawsawan
- sliced tomatoes, pickled papaya, cucumbers
Instructions
Marinate the Beef
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, calamansi juice, brown sugar, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add the beef slices and mix well.3 tbsp soy sauce, ½ tbsp calamansi juice, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 3 cloves garlic, ½ tsp cornstarch, ½ lb beef sirloin or tenderloin
- Let the beef marinate for at least 30 minutes, or for more flavor, refrigerate overnight.
Cook the Tapa
- In a frying pan, heat cooking oil over medium-high heat.1 tbsp canola or avocado cooking oil for frying
- Remove meat from the marinade and try to remove some of the marinade so the slices are not too wet.
- Lay the slices down, and do not move them so they sear.
- Fry the marinated beef slices for about 3 minutes one side, flip for another minute, or until browned and slightly caramelized. Remove immediately and plate.
Prepare the Sinangag (Garlic Fried Rice)
- In a large pan or wok, heat cooking oil over medium heat.1 tbsp canola or avocado cooking oil
- Add the minced garlic and cook until golden brown and fragrant. Remove the fried garlic into a small bowl and set it aside.5 cloves garlic
- Add the cooled rice, breaking up any clumps with a spatula. Toss back in the garlic and mix everything until well-coated and heated through.3 cups cooked white rice
- Season with salt to taste.Salt
Fry the Itlog (Egg)
- Heat your pan over medium heat. Once the pan is hot, add the oil.1 tbsp canola or avocado Cooking oil for frying
- Crack each egg into the pan and fry to your preferred doneness—sunny side up is traditional for Tapsilog. Remove immediately and plate.2-3 large eggs, Salt and black pepper
Serve and Enjoy!
- On a plate, serve a generous portion of garlic rice, tapa, and a fried egg.
- Optionally, garnish with sliced tomatoes, atchara (pickled papaya), or a side of vinegar dipping sauce.sawsawan, sliced tomatoes, pickled papaya, cucumbers
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Tapisilog Recipe (Filipino Breakfast with Tapa Beef)
Amount per Serving
Calories
379
% Daily Value*
Fat
7
g
11
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
13
%
Trans Fat
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2
g
Cholesterol
151
mg
50
%
Sodium
1095
mg
48
%
Potassium
426
mg
12
%
Carbohydrates
53
g
18
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
4
g
4
%
Protein
27
g
54
%
Vitamin A
159
IU
3
%
Vitamin C
2
mg
2
%
Calcium
69
mg
7
%
Iron
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.