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Francesinha
Sauce: soften onion and garlic, add tomato, beer, chilli and salt. Simmer 15 minutes until it coats a spoon.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Francesinha take?
50 min all in โ 20 min prep, 30 min cook. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 2 sandwiches. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Medium.
How spicy is it?
Mild.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Wheat, Milk, Eggs. Labels are informational โ check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Nut-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Weeknight budget โ about $8โ16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Saucepan, Oven, Frying pan.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at ยฝ tsp.
What can I use instead?
Beer โ Stock plus a teaspoon of vinegar. Less bar, still a wet sandwich.
Any tips from this recipe?
The sauce should be pourable, not a paste. A splash of Worcestershire or port is a house extra.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.