Low Fat Francesinha
Experience the guilt-free indulgence of the iconic Portuguese dish with this Low Fat Francesinha recipe, a wholesome twist on a comfort food classic. Crafted with whole grain bread, lean turkey breast, low-fat cheese, and ham, this lighter version retains all the decadent layers of flavors you'd expect but skips the unnecessary calories. A rich, tangy sauce made from low-sodium chicken broth, tomato paste, and paprika ties everything together, while a perfectly fried or poached egg crowns the dish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this healthier Francesinha is perfect for satisfying cravings without compromising on nutrition. Serve with a crisp green salad to complete this hearty, balanced meal with a touch of traditional Portuguese flair.
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Ingredients
- 4 slices Whole grain bread slices
- 200 grams Lean turkey breast
- 4 slices Low-fat cheese slices
- 4 slices Low-fat ham slices
- 2 large Eggs
- 250 ml Low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Low-sodium Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 spritz Cooking spray
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F).
Step 2
In a small saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 3
Add tomato paste, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes, then remove from heat.
Step 4
In a non-stick pan, lightly spray cooking spray and sear the turkey breast until fully cooked, about 5 minutes per side. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 5
In the same pan, lightly sear the low-fat ham slices for about 1 minute on each side, just to warm them.
Step 6
Assemble the sandwiches by placing one slice of turkey breast and two slices of ham between two slices of whole grain bread.
Step 7
Top each sandwich with two slices of low-fat cheese.
Step 8
Place the sandwiches on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 7-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 9
Meanwhile, fry or poach the eggs to your liking.
Step 10
Once the sandwiches are ready, pour the prepared sauce over them and top each with a fried or poached egg.
Step 11
Serve immediately, preferably with a green salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (964.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1234.0 |
| Total Fat 40.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 612mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4338.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 71.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.3g | |
| Protein 142.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 242IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1047.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2089.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories