FRIED SARDINES BISTEK 155 g – 555

Fried Sardines Bistek by 555 is an Oriental interpretation of the popular Filipino dish "Bistek Tagalog", traditionally made with beef. The sardines are immersed in an aromatic sauce based on soy sauce, vinegar, onion, and black pepper, with a distinct lemon note, giving them a sweet, sour, and salty flavour profile. It's a satisfying and quick meal that delivers protein and unique Asian flavours.

Ingredients: Fried Sardines, Water, Onion, Soy Sauce (Fermented Soybeans, Water, Wheat Flour, Salt), Vinegar, Sugar, Soybean Oil, Thickeners (Cornstarch, E415), Salt, E621, Artificial Flavors (Beef, Lemon), Spices (Onion, Black Pepper, Garlic) and E330.

Nutritional value per 100g:

Energy value: 502 kJ / 120 kcal
Fat: 3 g
of which saturated fatty acids: 2 g
Carbohydrates: 12 g
of which sugars: 2g
Protein: 10 g
Salt: 1.2 g

The Fried Sardines Bistek preserve from the 555 brand is a creative product that translates the essence of traditional Filipino cuisine into a quick, ready-to-eat meal. "Bistek" is short for "Beef Steak," and the classic dish, "Bistek Tagalog," is thinly sliced beef stewed in a sauce of soy sauce, calamansi juice (or lemon), and plenty of onions. The 555 brand, popular in the Philippines, utilized this beloved flavour profile, replacing beef with healthy, fried sardines.

The result is a product with a complex and deep flavour. The base of the sauce is naturally fermented soy sauce, which provides an intense, salty umami flavour. Vinegar and sugar balance it, creating the sweet-and-sour balance characteristic of Filipino cuisine. The key elements of this "Bistek" version are the addition of onion and black pepper, which give the dish its warming and savory character, and **artificial flavours (lemon and beef)**, which faithfully replicate the taste of calamansi juice and the beef broth typical of the original Bistek Tagalog.

The sardines are fried, which gives them a firmer, more compact texture that pairs well with the thick sauce. With 10g of protein per 100g and only 3g of fat, including a low saturated fat content, they represent a light yet satisfying alternative to heavier meat dishes. They are also a good source of Omega-3 fatty acids, naturally found in fish.

555 Bistek Sardines are an ideal, quick accompaniment to rice – simply heat the can's contents and serve with hot jasmine rice. They can also be used as an ingredient in a quick stir-fry, an addition to pasta, or simply as a spread on sandwiches. Thickeners (cornstarch and E415) ensure the sauce has an ideal consistency, while E621 (monosodium glutamate) and E330 (citric acid) enhance and stabilize the authentic Filipino flavour. It's a combination of convenience, speed, and authentic, exotic taste that allows you to be transported to Asia in an instant.