This Recipe for Tanigue Fish Steak ala Bistek puts a delicious, healthier spin on the classic Filipino bistek by using meaty tanigue (Spanish mackerel) instead of beef. Marinated in soy sauce, calamansi, and onions, then pan-seared to perfection, this dish delivers bold, savory-sour flavors with a fraction of the fat—perfect for seafood lovers or anyone craving a lighter yet satisfying meal!
✅ Healthier Than Beef – Packed with omega-3s and lean protein.
🍋 Bright & Tangy – Calamansi or lemon adds a refreshing zing.
⏱ Ready in 20 Minutes – Faster than cooking beef steak!
🍚 Perfect with Rice – The savory sauce is ulam gold.
🍽 Drizzle sauce generously over steamed rice.
🥗 Pair with steamed veggies or ensaladang talong.
🍋 Extra calamansi on the side – For a brighter kick.
✨ Use nonstick pan – To keep the fish intact.
🔥 Don’t overcook – Tanigue dries out fast!
🌿 Garnish with parsley – For freshness.
This Tanigue Bistek is proof that healthy eating doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor—tender, tangy, and totally addictive!
Love seafood twists? Try our Sweet and Sour Fish Tilapia or Fish Fillet next! 🐟🔥
Enjoy, share, and kain na! 😋
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This is such a yummy Filipino recipe for tanigue fish steak ala Bistek. Are you a lover of beef steaks? This recipe is one you should give a try. This might look like a great alternative to pork and beef; it’s a bit healthier I think, since it's made of fish. You can simply prepare this quick and delicious tanigue fish steak dish at home for your family's lunch or dinner.
Pat dry the fish tanigue slices.
Rub salt and pepper to taste on both sides of the tanigue fish slices. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
Peel the garlic cloves and mince them. Divide the onion, slice it into rings, and chop the remaining half.
In a pan, heat 2 to 3 tablespoons of cooking oil. When the oil is hot enough, add the fish and fry until golden brown, about 4 to 5 minutes on each side. Once cooked, remove it from the pan and set it aside.
In another pan or pot, or the same pot, heat 2 tablespoons of oil for sauteing.
Saute the onion rings for a few seconds, then remove them from the pan and set aside.
Saute the garlic until aromatic; add the chopped onion and saute until soft.
Add soy sauce and lemon juice or calamansi juice to the cooking pot. Bring to a soft boil, stirring.
Pour in the water and bring it to a boil. Add sugar and ground black pepper to taste. Stir.
Add cornstarch diluted in water. Stir until the sauce becomes a slightly thick gravy. Taste and adjust as necessary.
Add the fried fish and toss with the sauce, then add the previously set-aside onion rings for topping.
Turn off the heat and transfer the dish to a serving plate.
Serve and enjoy the food!
Servings 6
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.