By Edu Costa − On Friday, June 26, 2020, 3 years ago in Beef Recipes
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Portuguese Prego Sandwich Recipe

Portuguese Prego Sandwich Recipe

This Portuguese prego sandwich is one of the most popular and widely eaten sandwich in Portuguese cuisine for many years.

Preparation time 15 min
Cooking Time 20 min
Ready In 35 min
Level of DifficultyEasy
Servings2

A Portuguese prego sandwich is a variation of the Prego sandwich that originates from Portugal. It typically consists of a juicy, tender steak or beef fillet that has been marinated in a blend of garlic, olive oil, and spices, then grilled to perfection. The steak is then placed on a Portuguese roll or crusty bread and topped with a spicy sauce made with garlic, chili peppers, and vinegar, along with caramelized onions.

In Portugal, the prego sandwich is a popular snack or lunch item that is often served in cafes, bars, and street-side kiosks. It is also a popular sandwich in other Portuguese-speaking countries like Brazil, Angola, and Mozambique, where it may be prepared with local variations or ingredients.

Ingredients

1/2 lb of sirloin steak, cut thinly5 tablespoons of butter6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced (or to taste)1 large onion, thinly sliced1 teaspoon of coarse sea salt to taste1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper2 Portuguese style sandwich buns, toasted
1/2 lb of sirloin steak, cut thinly5 tablespoons of butter6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced (or to taste)1 large onion, thinly sliced1 teaspoon of coarse sea salt to taste1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper2 Portuguese style sandwich buns, toasted
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Directions

  1. Lay out the steaks on a cutting board or other flat surface.
  2. Lay slices of garlic on on side of the steaks.
  3. Using a tenderizing mallet, “nail” the garlic to the steak by pounding the slices into the meat.
  4. Repeat on the reverse side of the steaks.
  5. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  6. Fry each steak in the butter for barely two to three minutes, turning once.
  7. Transfer to a dish and cover.
  8. Melt the rest of the butter in the same skillet.
  9. Add the onions and saute until they are golden.
  10. Return the beef to the onions and sauce and heat through for about 30 seconds.
  11. Serve on the toasted sandwich rolls, enjoy!
Recipe Credit: easyportugueserecipes.com
Photo Credit: portugalist.com

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Shemin Hussen
Shemin Hussen
Sorry but prego does not take onions.just garlic, salt and butter, for butter not to burn I add a bit of olive oil.
2 years ago, Thursday, September 16, 2021
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Edu Costa
I like onions on mine Shemin, everyone is different I guess.
2 years ago, Saturday, September 18, 2021
Karen Kent
Karen Kent
What's the coarse salt for? To sprinkle on the sandwich? Just curious because I can't have salt if that's the reason it works for me! ☺ It doesn't specify on the recipe! BTW great job with the recipes Maria & Joe! Thank you for posting and making me hungry! Lol
2 years ago, Thursday, September 16, 2021
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Edu Costa
You can just leave the salt out Karen, thank you.
2 years ago, Saturday, September 18, 2021
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