Name: Tortang Beef Loaf
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 5 patties
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients: 250 g canned beef loaf (1 large can); 2 large eggs; 50 g onion, finely chopped (about 1 small onion); 6 g garlic, minced (about 2 cloves); Salt, to taste; Ground black pepper, to taste; Cooking oil, as needed for pan-frying; 5 g spring onions, chopped, for garnish

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Ingredients

250 g canned beef loaf (1 large can)
2 large eggs
50 g onion, finely chopped (about 1 small onion)
6 g garlic, minced (about 2 cloves)
Salt, to taste
Ground black pepper, to taste
Cooking oil, as needed for pan-frying
5 g spring onions, chopped, for garnish

How to Make It

Crack the eggs into a bowl, season lightly with salt and black pepper, and beat until combined.
Place the beef loaf in a separate bowl and mash with a fork.
Add the beaten eggs, finely chopped onion, and minced garlic. Mix until evenly combined.
Heat a thin layer of cooking oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
Spoon portions of the mixture into the pan and gently flatten into patties. Leave space between them.
Cook for about 2–3 minutes per side, adjusting the heat as needed, until golden brown and the egg is fully set throughout.
Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
Garnish with chopped spring onions and serve warm.

Kubo Tips

Season lightly because canned beef loaf already contains salt.
Chop the onion finely so it cooks through without making the patties difficult to shape.
Let the underside set before flipping so the torta holds together.
Lower the heat if the outside browns before the center is cooked.