Bifana Pork Recipe

Experience the rich flavors of Portugal with this incredible Bifana recipe! This tender, juicy pork is marinated to perfection and pan-fried to a golden crisp. While Tabasco can substitute, using authentic Piri Piri peppers will unlock the true, fiery heart of this classic Portuguese dish. Get ready for a culinary journey to Portugal in just 35 minutes!

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 937.8 kcal
Protein 67g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bifana Pork

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How to Make Bifana Pork

  1. Crush 2 cloves of garlic with 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Mix thoroughly with 1/4 cup of dry white wine.
  2. Marinate 1 lb pork loin (sliced into 1/2 inch thick strips) in the garlic-wine mixture for at least 1 hour (longer is better!).
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of lard and 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Add 1/2 cup of chicken stock, 1-2 teaspoons of Piri Piri sauce (or Tabasco to taste), 2 bay leaves, and any remaining marinade to the pan.
  5. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  6. Add the marinated pork strips to the pan.
  7. Cover the pan and cook until the pork is tender and slightly browned, about 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  8. Serve immediately on crusty bread rolls for an authentic Bifana experience!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

176g

Carbs

1g