Vegan Portuguese Bifana

Discover the bold and satisfying flavors of the Vegan Portuguese Bifana, a plant-based twist on a beloved Portuguese street food classic. This hearty sandwich features tender seitan cutlets simmered in a rich, smoky sauce made with white wine, garlic, and smoked paprika, delivering layers of savory depth in every bite. Nestled inside crusty rolls or baguettes and garnished with fresh parsley, this vegan bifana is the ultimate comfort food – hearty, flavorful, and perfect for lunch or dinner. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe combines simple ingredients with traditional techniques for a quick and filling meal that’s bursting with aromatic spices. Perfect for anyone craving the authentic taste of Portugal in a meat-free version, this dish is as easy to prepare as it is delicious to devour!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Seitan cutlets
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 Onion
• 4 Garlic cloves
• 2 tsp Smoked paprika
• 150 ml White wine
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 tbsp Vegan Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 4 Crusty rolls or baguettes
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Slice the onion thinly and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the sliced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onions are translucent.

Step 4

Add the smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Pour in the white wine, add the bay leaf, and vegan Worcestershire sauce. Stir to mix the marinade.

Step 6

Add the seitan cutlets into the skillet, making sure they are well-coated with the sauce.

Step 7

Let the seitan simmer in the sauce for about 10-15 minutes, flipping the cutlets halfway through until they are heated and have absorbed the flavors.

Step 8

While the seitan is cooking, slice the crusty rolls or baguettes in half, but not all the way through, to create a pocket.

Step 9

Once the seitan is done, remove from heat and discard the bay leaf.

Step 10

Stuff each roll with the seitan mixture evenly, making sure to include some onions and sauce.

Step 11

Garnish each bifana with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Step 12

Serve the Vegan Portuguese Bifana warm and enjoy the vibrant flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1048.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1820.7

Total Fat 46.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5410.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 192.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 12.5g
Protein 147.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 279.6mg	0%
Iron 22.5mg	0%
Potassium 1328.6mg	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: 23.7%

Protein: 33.0%

Carbs: 43.2%