Francesinha
A Portuguese sandwich layered with ham, pork, and cheese, topped with a rich beer sauce and melted cheese. Served hot and crispy, it's a beloved Porto specialty.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 685
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
- 4 slices White bread slices
- 4 slices Ham slices
- 4 slices Roast beef or pastrami slices
- 3 slices Swiss cheese slices
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- ½ cup Beer (lager or pilsner)
- ½ cup Beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- ⅛ teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and whisk continuously for 2 minutes to create a roux.
- 2
Gradually add beer and beef broth, stirring to prevent lumps. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- 3
Stir in Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- 4
Butter both sides of all bread slices. Place 2 slices on a cutting board or work surface.
- 5
Layer each slice with ham and roast beef, then top with a slice of cheese.
- 6
Place the remaining 2 bread slices on top to create sandwiches.
- 7
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Cook sandwiches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese begins to melt.
- 8
Transfer sandwiches to plates. Pour warm beer sauce over each sandwich. Top with remaining cheese slice and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- saucepan
- whisk
- 12-inch skillet or griddle
- spatula
- cutting board
- knife
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