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About the Recipe
Vendas Novas Bifanas are a Portuguese reference for pork sandwiches, associated with the road, breaks, and straightforward food.
The proposal values fine meat, well-seasoned, and simple bread.
Ingredients
- 700 g of thin pork bifanas
- 6 breads
- 4 cloves of garlic
- 120 ml of white wine or broth
- 1 bay leaf
- Mustard optional
- Olive oil or lard
- Salt and pepper
Preparation Method
- Season bifanas with garlic, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
- Heat fat in a large skillet.
- Quickly brown the bifanas.
- Add wine or broth to form a sauce.
- Heat the breads.
- Assemble the bifanas with the sauce.
Tips from Empório Portugal
- Fine meat is essential.
- The sauce should moisten the bread without soaking it.
- Mustard is optional.
Possible Substitutions in Brazil
- Thinly sliced pork loin works well.
- Broth replaces wine.
Pairing
Sparkling water, light beer, or young red wine. Content intended for those over 18 years old. Drink responsibly.
Editorial Note from Empório Portugal
This recipe is part of the editorial curation of Empório Portugal, developed from Portuguese culinary tradition. Like all traditional recipes, it may vary according to region, family, and cook.
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