Filipino Cube Steak (Bistek Tagalog) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 lbs of cubed steak
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/3 cup soy sauce
1 pinch pepper
1 cup water
1 pinch msg
3 tablespoons cornstarch (mixed with 1/4 cup of water)
1 medium onion, sliced (optional)
1/2 cup carrot, sliced (optional)
1/2 cup string green beans, fresh (optional)

Preparation

In a skillet, add water, steak, garlic, lemon juice, soy sauce, pepper, and MSG.
Bring to a boil and mix well.
Reduce heat and simmer for about 30 - 45 minutes until the liquid reduces my half.
Add the vegetables if using and cook until tender.
Add the cornstarch and water mixture and cook until the liquid thickens to the consistency of a thin gravy.
Serve with fresh jasmine rice.