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Portuguese Roll

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Portuguese Roll

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Poaceae (Wheat)
  • Primary Cuisine Portuguese
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Wheat

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

A Portuguese Roll, or 'Papo Seco,' is a crusty, soft-crumbed bread roll, often oval-shaped with a distinctive split top, popular for sandwiches and meals.

Sensory Profile

TasteMild,Yeasty
TextureCrusty (exterior),Soft (interior)
AromaBready,Mild
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 60g (1 roll)
Calories280 kcal
Total Fat3 g
Saturated Fat0.5 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein9 g
Total Carbohydrate50 g
Dietary Fiber2 g
Total Sugars2 g
Calcium30 mg
Iron2 mg
Potassium100 mg

Chef’s Secret

To revive slightly stale Portuguese rolls, lightly mist with water and warm in a hot oven for a few minutes.

Substitutions

Best Match

Dinner Roll

1:1

A softer, less crusty alternative that still holds fillings well.

Kaiser Roll

1:1

Similar crust and shape, often slightly denser crumb.

Ciabatta Roll

1:1

More open crumb, good for soaking up juices, but a different texture.

French Baguette Piece

1:1

Crusty exterior, soft interior, but typically longer and thinner.

Buying Guide

Look for fresh rolls with a crisp crust and soft, airy interior. Enjoy fresh or lightly toasted.

Flavor Pairings

Sandwiches Soup Stews Butter Cheese