Beef Tapa Banh Mi

Beef Tapa Banh Mi: A Fusion of Filipino and Vietnamese Flavors. A celebration of flavors of two vibrant culinary traditions.

Beef Tapa Banh Mi: A Fusion of Filipino and Vietnamese Flavors

For those who love culinary adventures, Beef Tapa Banh Mi offers an exciting twist on two beloved cuisines—Vietnamese and Filipino. The banh mi is a well-known Vietnamese sandwich, traditionally filled with a variety of meats, pickled vegetables, and fresh herbs, all nestled in a crusty French baguette. In this delightful recipe, we elevate the classic by incorporating beef tapa, a sweet and savory cured beef often featured in Filipino breakfasts.

The journey begins with the preparation of the beef tapa. Thinly sliced beef is marinated in a rich blend of soy sauce, minced garlic, sugar, and black pepper, allowing the flavors to permeate the meat thoroughly. Once cooked, the beef becomes tender and flavorful, making it the star of the sandwich.

In addition to the marinated beef, the sandwich is filled with a medley of fresh, crunchy vegetables. Pickled carrots and daikon radish provide a tangy crunch, perfectly balancing the savory beef. Fresh cucumber slices add a cool, refreshing element, while cilantro brings an aromatic touch to the dish. A spread of mayonnaise or butter on the baguette introduces a creamy layer that enhances the overall flavor profile.

What makes the Beef Tapa Banh Mi truly special is its versatility. This sandwich can be enjoyed at any time of day—perfect for lunch, dinner, or even as a delightful snack. For those who appreciate a bit of heat, feel free to add chili sauce or fresh jalapeños to kick up the spice level.

In conclusion, the Beef Tapa Banh Mi is not just a sandwich; it’s a celebration of flavors that bridges two vibrant culinary traditions. Whether you’re a fan of Vietnamese cuisine or have a love for Filipino dishes, this fusion creation is sure to satisfy your taste buds and leave you craving more.


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Beef Tapa Banh Mi

Recipe by Yummy FoodCourse: MainCuisine: Other world cuisineDifficulty: Easy

Beef Tapa Banh Mi: A Fusion of Filipino and Vietnamese Flavors. A celebration of flavors of two vibrant culinary traditions.

Ingredients

  • 500 grams cooked beef tapa (recipe is HERE)

  • Baguette (or any similar bread)

  • Pickles

  • Soy Dressing

  • Pickles Ingredients:
  • 1 pc small Carrot, finely julienned

  • 1 pc small White Radish, finely julienned

  • 8 tbsp White Sugar

  • 1 cup Cane Vinegar

  • 1 pc Red Chili, chopped

  • Soy Dressing Ingredients:
  • 2 small Red Onions, sliced

  • 1 pc Bird’s Eye Chili (to taste, chopped)

  • 3 tbsp Knorr Liquid Seasoning

  • 1 cup Lady’s Choice Real Mayonnaise

Directions

  • Cook the beef tapa as in the recipe found HERE.
  • Prepare the pickles:
  • In a bowl, mix the cane vinegar, white sugar, and red chili until the sugar is dissolved
  • Add the carrots and radish
  • Chill for an hour or more
  • Prepare the soy dressing:
  • Combine mayonnaise, liquid seasoning, onions, bird’s eye chili, and garlic in a mixing bowl
  • Chill for at least an hour
  • Assemble the sandwich:
  • Slice the bread in the middle, lengthwise
  • Lightly-toast the bread
  • Line the insides of the toasted bread with soy dressing
  • Add and distribute evenly the cooked beef tapa
  • Top the tapa with the pickles
  • Serve with potato chips

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Easy Beef Tapa Recipe

This Easy Beef Tapa Recipe is a breakfast recipe staple.  It is easy to cook and tastes so much better than what we can buy from stores or supermarkets.

Easy Beef Tapa Recipe

This Easy Beef Tapa Recipe is a breakfast recipe staple.  It is easy to cook and tastes so much better than what we can buy from stores or supermarkets.

Best served with garlic fried rice and sunny side-up eggs for a classic breakfast normally called Tapsilog.  Tapsilog is TAPa-SInanngag-itLOG.

The best meat for the easy beef tapa recipe is sirloin.  Have it sliced thinly at the butcher shop.


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Recipe for Beef Tapa:

Easy Beef Tapa Recipe

Recipe by Yummy FoodCourse: BREAKFAST, MAIN COURSECuisine: FilipinoDifficulty: Easy
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

10

minutes
Calories

646

kcal
Total time

40

minutes

This Easy Beef Tapa Recipe is a breakfast recipe staple. It is easy to cook and tastes so much better than what we can buy from stores or supermarkets.

Ingredients

  • 1 kg beef (use sirloin), sliced thinly

  • 5 tbsp soy sauce

  • 3 tbsp worcestershire sauce

  • 3 tbsp garlic powder

  • 2 tbsp sugar

  • ¼ tsp salt

  • ¼ tsp black pepper

  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Directions

  • In a bowl, combine soy sauce, Worcestershire, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and sugar and mix well. Marinate the beef in the mixture and keep it in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.
  • To cook, pre-heat the oil in a pan and brown the marinated beef until done.
  • Serve with rice and fried egg (optional).

Nutrition Facts

4 servings per container


  • Amount Per ServingCalories646
  • % Daily Value *
  • Total Fat 27.5g 36%
    • Saturated Fat 8.7g 44%
    • Trans Fat 1g
  • Cholesterol 248mg 83%
  • Sodium 743mg 33%
  • Total Carbohydrate 17g 7%
    • Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
    • Total Sugars 9g
  • Protein 84g 168%

  • Vitamin A 1mcg 1%
  • Vitamin C 3mg 4%
  • Calcium 7mg 1%
  • Iron 48mg 267%

* 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.


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Try this recipe and tell me what you think in the comments below.  Thanks!

IMAGE:  Kguirnela at English Wikipedia [CC BY-SA 3.0], via Wikimedia Commons



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Easy Pinoy Bistek Recipe

This Easy Pinoy Bistek Recipe is a popular Filipino recipe also known as Beef Steak.

Easy Pinoy Bistek Recipe

This Easy Pinoy Bistek Recipe is a popular Filipino recipe also known as Beef Steak. It is made of thin slices of beef (preferably lean) that is marinated in a soy-sauce citrus mixture before frying.

This Easy Pinoy Bistek Recipe requires simple ingredients and is easy to make.  Next to adobobistek is one of the most common pack-lunch (baon) for kids and adults because it keeps well for hours.


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Recipe for Pinoy Bistek:

Easy Pinoy Bistek Recipe

Recipe by Yummy FoodCourse: MAIN COURSECuisine: FilipinoDifficulty: Easy
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

20

minutes
Cooking time

50

minutes
Calories

580

kcal
Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

This Easy Pinoy Bistek Recipe is a popular Filipino recipe also known as Beef Steak. It is made of thin slices of beef (preferably lean) that is marinated in a soy-sauce citrus mixture before frying.

Ingredients

  • 1 kg beef, (use lean beef), sliced thinly

  • 4 tbsp soy sauce

  • ½ cup calamansi juice

  • 3 tbsp garlic powder

  • 2 tbsp fish sauce (patis)

  • 1 ½ cups water

  • oil, for frying

  • 2 pieces, large onions, cut into large rings

Directions

  • Mix calamansi juice, garlic powder and fish sauce. Pour over meat and marinate for 3 hours or overnight.
  • Heat oil in a frying pan. Shake off excess marinade from meat and pan-fry in batches. Cook meat for a few minutes on both sides. Heat oil in a frying pan. Shake off excess marinade from meat and pan-fry in batches. Cook meat for a few minutes on both sides.
  • Return all of the meat into the pan.
  • Add water to the leftover marinade and pour onto the meat. Cover.
  • Simmer for half an hour or until meat is tender.
  • Stir in soy sauce. Add onions and cook for another couple of minutes.
  • Squeeze the juice of one or two calamansi before removing from heat.

Notes

    Nutrition Facts

    4 servings per container

    Serving Size1


    • Amount Per ServingCalories580
    • % Daily Value *
    • Total Fat 22.5g 29%
      • Saturated Fat 6.8g 34%
    • Cholesterol 223mg 75%
    • Sodium 1768mg 77%
    • Potassium 1222mg 26%
    • Total Carbohydrate 11.6g 5%
      • Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
      • Total Sugars 4.5g
    • Protein 79.2g 159%

    • Calcium 31mg 3%
    • Iron 48mg 267%

    * 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.


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    From Wikipedia:

    Bistek, also known as “Filipino beef steak,” consists of thinly sliced beef marinated in soy sauce and calamansi and then fried in a skillet that is typically served with onions.

    From Wikipedia

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    Try this recipe and tell me what you think in the comments below.  Thanks!



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