Best 4 Pork Bifana Lisbon Style Recipes

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Craving a juicy and flavorful Portuguese pork sandwich? Look no further than the delectable pork bifana lisbon style, a culinary gem that tantalizes taste buds with its tender, marinated pork slices, aromatic sauce, and perfectly toasted bread. This beloved dish is a staple of Lisbon's street food scene, and its savory goodness has gained popularity worldwide. In this article, we'll embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for pork bifana lisbon style, ensuring you can recreate this lip-smacking sandwich in the comfort of your own kitchen. Get ready to savor the authentic flavors of Portugal with every bite!

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

LISBON-STYLE PORK BIFANA RECIPE



Lisbon-style pork bifana recipe image

Bifanas are a matter of national pride. There are local variations of bifanas all over Portugal, but any Lisbonian will tell you theirs is the best. Thinly sliced pork is grilled and simmered in a rich, paprika-flavoured stock and served in a soft roll with sweet mustard and chilli. You'll need to marinate the pork overnight.

Provided by Adam Liaw

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield SERVES 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

400g pork loin, skin removed and cut into 3mm slices
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1/2 tsp flaked salt
2 tsp hot paprika
2 tbsp piri-piri sauce, or Tabasco, plus extra to serve
1/4 cup white vinegar
2 cups white wine
1 bay leaf
4 tbsp olive oil
2 brown onions, peeled, halved and thickly sliced
4 soft white rolls, to serve
sweet or American mustard, to serve

Steps:

  • 1. Mix together the garlic, salt, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tbsp piri-piri sauce, vinegar, 1 cup of wine and the bay leaf in a large press-seal bag or lidded plastic container. Add the pork, mix well and marinate overnight. 2. Heat two teaspoons of the oil in a heavy frypan over medium heat. Remove the pork from the marinade, drain and fry in batches for a minute or so each side until lightly browned, then set aside. Add a little oil to the pan when cooking each batch. When all the pork is cooked, deglaze the pan with the remaining cup of wine and add the remaining one teaspoon of paprika and one tablespoon of piri-piri sauce. 3. Bring to a boil and reduce to a coating consistency, then return all the pork to the pan for a further minute, stirring well to coat in the sauce. 4. In a separate frypan, fry the onions in the remaining two tablespoons of oil until softened and caramelised. 5. Serve the pork with the onions in soft white rolls with sweet mustard and extra piri-piri sauce. Also try: Adam Liaw's Francesinha (Portuguese croque-madame)

PORK BIFANA (LISBON STYLE)



PORK BIFANA (LISBON STYLE) image

Categories     Pork

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

Pork loin cut intgo 3mm slices (recipe calls for 400g)
4 cloves garlic-crushed
2 tsp HOT paprika
2 TBS piri piri or tabasco...will use srirachi
¼C white vinegar
2 C w/wine
1 bay leaf
4 TBS o/o
2 onions thickly sliced
4 soft white rolls
serve w/sweet mustard

Steps:

  • Marinate over night Marinade: garlic 1tsp paprika, 1TBS hot sauce, vinegar, 1 C wine, & bay leaf Drain pork slices and lightly brown in 2 tsp oil & set aside Deglaze w/ rest of wine Add rest of paprika & rest of hot sauce Bring to boil and reduce to coating cosistency Return pork to pan and stir to coat well Separately carmelize onion Serve onions and pork as sandwich or plated w/ potatoes (?), pasta (?), or??

BIFANA (PORTUGUESE PORK CUTLETS)



Bifana (Portuguese pork cutlets) image

Posted on behalf of a request. Here in Toronto (which has a large Portuguese community), every Portuguese food store likely sells bifana; except for the bakeries, I've seen it frequently. It's very tasty -- I've never made it, but I've bought it on occasion and eaten it at my Portuguese girlfriend's home many times as well. Bifana is regarded more as a snack than a meal. This recipe is from "Uma Casa Portuguesa" (Portuguese Home Cooking) by Carla Azevedo.

Provided by Lennie

Categories     Pork

Time P1DT10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 lbs boneless pork cutlets, cut very thin
1 1/4 cups dry white wine, divided
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 bay leaf, crumbled
3/4 teaspoon pimiento, paste divided (available in Portuguese food stores)
1/2 teaspoon spanish paprika, divided
1/4 teaspoon whole black peppercorn, crushed
1/4 teaspoon whole cloves
1/4 teaspoon piri-piri, sauce (or Tabasco sauce, if necessary)
2 tablespoons lard

Steps:

  • Rinse the pork cutlets and then pat dry with paper towels.
  • Place pork in a large heavy plastic bag (like a freezer ziploc bag) and place in a large bowl.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine one cup of the wine, the vinegar, garlic, bay leaf, 1/2 tsp of the pimento paste, 1/4 tsp of the paprika, peppercorns, cloves and piri-piri sauce.
  • Pour this over pork, make sure all meat is coated, and seal the bag.
  • Refrigerate for several hours or overnight, turning bag over in bowl frequently.
  • Bring meat to room temperature before cooking.
  • To cook, remove pork from marinade and lightly pat pork dry with paper towels.
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and melt lard, then cook pork in batches in hot lard; if your pork is thin it will likely only take a minute per side, at the most.
  • When all the pork has been sauteed, drain off the fat and add the remaining wine (1/4 cup), remaining pimento paste (1/4 tsp), remaining paprika (1/4 tsp) to the skillet, as well as salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bring this to a boil, stirring the pan to get up any brown bits.
  • Return all the pork to the skillet, reduce heat to low, and cook for about another minute.

BIFANA PORK



Bifana Pork image

This is a staple for the Portuguese. The marinating time is not included. Also.....the program does not recognize Piri Piri....so I put tabasco in...but please try to use the Piri Piri...it will give the authentic taste.

Provided by luvcookn

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon garlic, peeled and finely chopped
1/2 cup white wine
2 tablespoons pork fat, rendered
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chicken stock
2 teaspoons Tabasco sauce (preferably piri piri)
2 bay leaves
1 1/2 lbs boneless pork butt, sliced 1/8-inch thick

Steps:

  • Crush the garlic with the salt and mix with the wine.
  • Marinate the pork in this mixture for 1 hour.
  • Heat a large frying pan and add the lard and oil.
  • Add the chicken stock, piri piri, bay leaves and any remaining marinade.
  • Bring to a simmer. Add pork.
  • Cover and cook until the pork is tender, about 20 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use good quality pork loin or shoulder for the bifanas. This will ensure that the meat is tender and flavorful.
  • Slice the pork thinly against the grain. This will help the meat cook evenly and tenderize it.
  • Marinate the pork in a flavorful mixture of garlic, paprika, white wine, bay leaf, and olive oil. This will add depth of flavor to the meat.
  • Cook the pork over medium heat until it is cooked through but still juicy. This will prevent the meat from becoming dry and tough.
  • Serve the bifanas on small rolls with a variety of toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, onion, and piri piri sauce. This will create a delicious and satisfying sandwich.

Conclusion:

Pork bifanas are a delicious and popular Portuguese sandwich that is easy to make at home. By following these tips, you can create a bifana that is tender, flavorful, and authentic. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give pork bifanas a try. You won't be disappointed!

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