Delicious Portuguese Prego with Green Piri-Piri Recipe
Authentic Portuguese Beef recipe — Portuguese prego with green piri-piri. Imported from TheMealDB.
4
servings
Medium
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef steak (preferably sirloin or flank)
- 4 slices crusty bread (for serving)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 green pepper piri-piri sauce (or to taste)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- 1 lemon for serving (cut into wedges)
- 1 tbsp butter (for frying)
Instructions
6 steps
Prepare the Beef
Season the beef steak with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Let the steak marinate for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor.Cook the Steak
Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
Do not burn the garlic; it should be fragrant.Add the Beef
Place the seasoned beef in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side for medium rare.
Adjust cooking time based on desired doneness.Prepare the Bread
While the beef cooks, slice crusty bread and toast lightly if desired.
Toasting adds a nice crunch to the sandwich.Assemble the Prego
Once cooked, remove beef from skillet and let it rest for a few minutes. Slice it thinly and place it between the toasted bread slices.
Drizzle green piri-piri sauce over the beef before closing the sandwich.Garnish and Serve
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Squeeze lemon juice over the sandwich for extra flavor.
💡 Tips & Tricks
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your portuguese meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Delicious Portuguese Prego with Green Piri-Piri Recipe is a beloved dish from Portuguese cuisine.
Portuguese cuisine offers a rich tapestry of flavors and cooking traditions that reflect the culture and history of the region. This dish is a wonderful example of its distinctive culinary heritage.
This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 10 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can substitute chicken for a lighter option.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
