Tapa and Egg Fried Rice

A good old fashioned tapa and egg duo is a classic combination that any Filipino would enjoy. Tender sweet and savory marinated beef, with the addition of creamy eggs, is always a meal not to be missed, and breakfast lovers, especially, know this all too well. After all, who can resist the mouth-watering scent that…

A good old fashioned tapa and egg duo is a classic combination that any Filipino would enjoy. Tender sweet and savory marinated beef, with the addition of creamy eggs, is always a meal not to be missed, and breakfast lovers, especially, know this all too well. After all, who can resist the mouth-watering aroma that wafts through the kitchen every time you eat a classic? upside down it’s the first meal of the day? That said, while it’s a timeless favorite, it’s just plain old upside down it might not seem like the most exciting dish in the world. So, if you’re craving something new, why not try this tapa rice and fried egg?

This tapa and egg fried rice might seem like your typical Filipino breakfast. But wait: we haven’t even told you what this tapa is made of! You might assume that the tapa in this recipe is made from the usual beef or pork, but why not be a little more daring? We instead opt for an equally tender meat, but definitely a little more outside the box: horse meat!

Trust us; we are not horse around! Horse meat is the secret ingredient your tapa and egg fried rice needs.

It may surprise some, but horse meat is actually quite common in culinary traditions around the world! Especially in Asian and European countries, horse meat is a delicacy that has existed for centuries. Much horsemeat cuisine and recipes are attributed to France, whose appreciation for the meat grew in the 19th century. Delis and butchers sold this quality meat at a low price, so even ordinary people could afford a luxurious meal.

In other countries such as Korea and Japan, raw horse meat is seen as a tasty and tender delicacy. Especially the Japanese eat this dish like sashimi, consuming it raw with soy sauce, ginger and onions. Even in some yakiniku restaurants, you can often find horse meat as one of the main offerings!

You may be wondering what horse meat tastes like. Surprisingly enough, many who consume this dish say they cannot distinguish horse meat from cow meat! Others claim that horse meat is slightly richer, even preferring it to the usual proteins. Plus, being low in fat, calories and cholesterol, horse meat is often considered much healthier! You could try substituting horse meat in some of your favorite beef dishes: from stir-fry to beef and broccoli, even mechado!

In Philippine cuisine we refer to horse meat as jerky OR courage of the horse. It is a type of protein that we can find in several wet markets across the country and the most common and easiest way to serve it is to marinate it in a delicious sauce, not unlike how we use other types of meat. This tapa and egg fried rice is no different; just like regular beef tapa, we will marinate our horse meat until it is tender, succulent and absolutely delicious!

What are you waiting for? Take the plunge today and let’s prepare this horse tapa and egg fried rice together!

How to make fried rice with tapa and eggs

Preparing the tapa for this tapa rice and fried eggs means taking a lot of time to flavor the meat. To do this, combine garlic, soy sauce, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. After mixing these ingredients together, add a pound of thinly sliced ​​horse meat. Mix the horse meat well, covering it with your tasty marinade. Then, cover the bowl and refrigerate, leaving it to soak for at least three hours.

Are your three hours over? Time to bring out the horse meat! Cut your pieces Also thinner and smaller portions as needed, then place them on a baking tray and sprinkle with a little water. Next you add 4 tablespoons of cooking oil, then bring the entire pan to the boil. Pour in 1 ½ cups lemon soda, to give the meat additional sweetness and tenderness. Remove the lid of the pan and cook the tapa until the liquid has completely evaporated. Fry the tapa in the remaining oil for a further 2 minutes, before removing from the pan and setting aside.

The next step in your tapa and egg fried rice is to make, of course, the egg fried rice! With the remaining oil in the pan, fry the eggs and cut them into pieces using the spatula. Add onions, half the green onions and some peppers for added color, texture and flavor. Mix them together until you have distributed all these components well. Then add the leftover rice to the pan and stir once more.

Next go the soy sauce and sesame oil; Doesn’t it smell absolutely delicious? Carefully distribute the tapa and egg fried rice ingredients and fry for 3-5 minutes. You can also add salt if needed! With the remaining green onions in the pan, transfer the rice to a serving platter and enjoy with the tapa and vinegar on the side. sauce.

Now it’s time to share and enjoy this tapa and egg fried rice with your loved one! This dish is sure to have you saying good morning, noon or night with every bite of deliciousness. Let us know if you liked it!

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Fried rice with tapa and egg

Tapa made with horse meat and egg fried rice with pickled papaya on the side. This dish is perfect for breakfast or lunch.

Preparation: 1 Now Now

Cooked: 35 minutes minutes

ingredients

Ingredients for Egg Fried Rice:

Instructions

• Start preparing the tapa by combining garlic, soy sauce, salt and ground black pepper in a bowl. Mixed. Add the meat and mix well. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.

• Cut the meat into thinner, smaller pieces as needed. Place it in a pan and pour in the water and cooking oil. Let it boil.

• Add lemon-lime soda. Continue cooking without a lid until the liquid has completely evaporated.

• Fry the tapa in the remaining oil for 2 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.

• Prepare the egg rice by frying the eggs in the remaining oil.

• Once fully cooked, cut the eggs into smaller pieces using a spatula.

• Add the onion, half of the green onions, and the bell pepper. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.

• Place the leftover rice in the pan and stir until all the ingredients are well distributed.

• Add the soy sauce and sesame oil. Continue to fry for 3-5 minutes. Note: You can add salt if necessary.

• Top with remaining green onions. Transfer to a serving plate and serve with the fried tapa. Share and enjoy!

Notes

As an alternative to horse meat, the following proteins can also be used: beef or pork.
Boiling the tapa before frying it is a good way to ensure the meat becomes tender. However, you can skip this process if the protein you prefer is tender enough to begin with. However, you will need to add a cup of lemon-lime soda to the marinade.

Nutritional information

Calories: 798kcal (40%) Carbohydrates: 66G (22%) Protein: 34G (68%) Fat: 44G (68%) Saturated fats: 12G (60%) Polyunsaturated fats: 6G Monounsaturated fat: 21G Trans fats: 1G Cholesterol: 203mg (68%) Sodium: 4255mg (177%) Potassium: 733mg (21%) Fiber: 4G (16%) Sugar: 16G (18%) Vitamin A: 2674UI (53%) C vitamin: 45mg (55%) Soccer: 97mg (10%) Iron: 5mg (28%)

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