Ingredients for Bifana Portuguese Pork Cutlets
- 1 lb boneless pork cutlets
- 1 1/2 cups dry white wine
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp pimento paste
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp whole black peppercorns
- 2 whole cloves
- 1 tsp piri-piri sauce (or to taste)
- 2 tablespoons lard
- salt, to taste
- freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- crusty bread rolls (optional for serving)
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How to Make Bifana Portuguese Pork Cutlets
- Rinse 1 lb pork cutlets and pat them completely dry with paper towels.
- Place the pork cutlets in a large, heavy-duty resealable plastic bag.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup dry white wine, 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, 4 cloves minced garlic, 1 bay leaf, 1/2 tsp pimento paste, 1/4 tsp paprika, 1 tsp black peppercorns, 2 whole cloves, and 1 tsp piri-piri sauce (or to taste).
- Pour the marinade over the pork in the bag, ensuring all the meat is coated. Seal the bag tightly.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, turning the bag occasionally to distribute the marinade evenly.
- Remove the pork from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to bring it to room temperature.
- Remove the pork from the marinade and pat it dry with paper towels.
- Heat 2 tbsp lard in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the pork cutlets in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for approximately 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Thinner cutlets will cook faster.
- Once all the pork is cooked, remove it from the skillet and set aside. Drain off excess lard, reserving about 1 tbsp.
- Add the remaining 1/2 cup dry white wine, 1/2 tsp pimento paste, 1/4 tsp paprika, salt, and pepper to taste to the skillet. Bring to a boil, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Return the cooked pork to the skillet. Reduce the heat to low, and simmer for about 1 minute to allow the sauce to thicken slightly and coat the pork.
- Serve immediately on crusty bread rolls or as a standalone dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
8 g
Sugar
2g
Fat
12g
Carbs
0g
