Deconstructed Francesinha Bowl
Deconstructed Francesinha Bowl
Classic DishFrancesinha
Prep: 20 min • Cook: 30 min. All the iconic flavors of francesinha in a lighter, bowl format. Layers of grilled steak, chouriço, ham, and a poached egg over rice, drizzled with a vibrant tomato-beer sauce.
- Preparation time
- 20 min
- Cooking time
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Servings
- 4
Instructions
Sauce Preparation
- 1Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 2Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3Stir in diced tomatoes, beer, brandy, paprika, and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer.
- 4Reduce heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly. Remove bay leaf.
- 5Blend the sauce until smooth using an immersion blender or transfer to a regular blender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Main Components
- 1While the sauce is simmering, cook the steak in a hot pan with a little oil until browned and cooked to your liking. Season with salt and pepper.
- 2In the same pan, briefly fry the chouriço slices on both sides until slightly crispy.
- 3Poach the eggs in simmering water until the whites are set and yolks are still runny. Alternatively, fry the eggs.
Assembly
- 1Divide the cooked rice among four serving bowls.
- 2Arrange the sliced steak, chouriço, and ham over the rice.
- 3Carefully place a poached egg on top of each bowl.
- 4Generously ladle the warm tomato-beer sauce over the entire contents of each bowl.
Nutrition Information
- Calories
- 750 kcal
- Protein
- 45 g
- Fat
- 35 g
- Carbs
- 60 g
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 750 kcal |
| Protein | 45 g |
| Fat | 35 g |
| Carbs | 60 g |
Tips
- Prepare the sauce ahead of time for quicker assembly. It can be reheated gently.
- Don't overcook the steak; it should remain tender. Let it rest briefly before slicing.
- Serve immediately while hot, ensuring the runny yolk mixes with the sauce and other ingredients.
