Editorial content from Empório Portugal. Traditional recipes may vary by region, family, and cook.
About the Recipe
Prego in bread is a quick Portuguese classic, served in cafés, tascas, and beaches.
The name refers to the steak “nailed” in the bread, with garlic and a simple frying pan sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 thin steaks
- 2 breads
- 2 cloves of sliced garlic
- 1 tablespoon of butter or olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Mustard optional
Preparation Method
- Season the steaks with garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a frying pan with butter or olive oil.
- Grill the steaks quickly.
- Use the sauce from the frying pan.
- Warm the breads.
- Assemble with steak and optional mustard.
Tips from Empório Portugal
- Thin steak cooks in minutes.
- Do not discard the sauce from the frying pan.
- Simple bread enhances the filling.
Possible Substitutions in Brazil
- Use sirloin, flank steak, or tenderloin.
- French bread is a practical adaptation.
Pairing
Lemonade, sparkling water, or light beer. 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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