Bifanas De Porco

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 12

Portuguese Bifanas De Porco Recipe for Pork Lovers

by The Chefin Pork

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

4 hours 40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

450

Sugar

Fat

36g

Bifanas De Porco is a popular Portuguese dish that can be found in many restaurants and cafes in Lisbon and Porto. It's a hearty and savory meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner. The dish consists of tender and juicy pork medallions marinated in a flavorful mixture of garlic, hot pepper paste, and paprika. The meat is then pan-fried in olive oil until it's browned and cooked through, and served with caramelized onions and a side of bread or white rice.

Instructions

1.	Add the garlic, salt, hot pepper paste, and paprika to a mixing bowl.
2.	Mix the ingredients well, then add white wine to the bowl.
3.	Place the pork medallions in the wine mixture, and toss to coat.
4.	Cover the bowl and place it in the fridge to marinate for at least 4 hours.
5.	Remove the pork from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels.
6.	Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat.
7.	When oil is hot, add the pork pieces in batches, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until browned and cooked through. Remove to a platter and cover to keep warm.
8.	In the same pan, add the sliced onions and saute over medium heat until they are tender and caramelized, about 20 minutes.
9.	Serve the Bifanas De Porco on a plate topped with the caramelized onions and a side of bread or white rice.

PROS

Bifanas De Porco is a simple, yet delicious dish that’s perfect for pork lovers.

It’s a classic Portuguese recipe with tender and flavorful pork medallions cooked to perfection.

The dish is easy to make and requires only a few simple ingredients.

CONS

Bifanas De Porco is not a low-fat dish and should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The marinade contains wine, so it is not recommended for people who avoid alcohol.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Bifanas De Porco is rich in protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscles.
The pork medallions are also a good source of vitamin B12, which supports the production of red blood cells.

	3 -4 garlic cloves , chopped
	1 teaspoon coarse salt
	1 teaspoon hot pepper paste
	3 teaspoons paprika
	2 cups white wine
	12 pork medallions , cut evenly about a 1/4 inch
	1/2 - 3/4 cup olive oil ( to fry in )
	2 -3 large onions