Low Carb Francesinha

Indulge in the flavors of Portugal with this Low Carb Francesinha, a keto-friendly twist on the iconic Porto sandwich. Packed with succulent layers of juicy beef steak, smoky chorizo, tender chicken breast, savory ham, and melty cheese, this dish is a protein lover's dream. The star of the recipe is the rich, velvety sauce made with a flavorful blend of tomato paste, beer, heavy cream, and aromatic spices like paprika and cayenne pepper. Finished with a perfectly fried egg and baked to golden, bubbly perfection, this low-carb version skips the bread but keeps all the indulgence. Perfect for a hearty dinner or a unique brunch centerpiece, this dish is sure to wow your taste buds while staying true to your low-carb lifestyle.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 medium onion
• 100 grams cooked chorizo sausage
• 200 grams beef steak
• 150 grams sliced ham
• 150 grams sliced chicken breast
• 4 slices sliced cheese
• 100 milliliters heavy cream
• 100 grams tomato paste
• 100 milliliters beer
• 200 milliliters chicken stock
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 large egg

Directions

Step 1

Begin by finely chopping the garlic and onion. Slice the chorizo into thin rounds.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped garlic and onion, and sauté until translucent.

Step 3

Add the tomato paste, beer, chicken stock, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir well and let simmer on low heat for 20 minutes.

Step 4

While the sauce is simmering, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Season the beef steak with salt and pepper. Cook the steak to desired doneness in the skillet, then set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, lightly brown the slices of ham, chicken breast, and chorizo. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 7

Once the sauce has thickened, add the heavy cream and stir to combine. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed and turn off the heat.

Step 8

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 9

Assemble the Francesinha on an ovenproof plate: first a layer of cooked chicken breast, then a layer of ham, followed by a layer of chorizo, topped with the steak, and finished with slices of cheese.

Step 10

Cover the top of the assembled dish with the sauce, ensuring the cheese is well-coated.

Step 11

Place in the oven for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 12

Meanwhile, fry the egg to your liking (sunny-side-up works best).

Step 13

Remove Francesinha from the oven, top with the fried egg, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1463.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2671.2

Total Fat 186.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 81.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 888.7mg	0%
Sodium 6617.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g	0%
Total Sugars 26.7g
Protein 189.0g	0%

Vitamin D 91.8IU	0%
Calcium 1014.6mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 2879.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.7%

Protein: 28.7%

Carbs: 7.6%