How many calories are in Francesinha?
Francesinha has about 1200 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.
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Francesinha
Francesinha is a dinner portuguese recipe with 1200 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.
Calories
1200 kcal
Total Time
30 min
Servings
1
Protein
60 g
Ingredients
- thick-cut bread2 slice
- thin beef steak1 piece
- fresh sausage1 piece
- linguiça sausage1 piece
- ham2 slice
- cheese (such as Edam or Gouda)4 slice
- Francesinha sauce1 cup
- fried egg1 piece
- french fries1 cup
Instructions
- 1
Step 1
Grill a thin steak, a fresh sausage, and a linguiça sausage.
- 2
Step 2
On a slice of bread, layer ham, the grilled steak, and the sausages.
- 3
Step 3
Top with another slice of bread to form a sandwich.
- 4
Step 4
Cover the entire sandwich with slices of cheese.
- 5
Step 5
Place the sandwich in the oven or under a broiler until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 6
Step 6
Meanwhile, prepare the Francesinha sauce by simmering beer, tomato puree, and various spices.
- 7
Step 7
Pour the hot sauce over the sandwich.
- 8
Step 8
Top with a fried egg and serve with french fries.
Nutrition Snapshot
Macros and micros at a glance
Calories
1200
Protein
60g
Carbs
50g
Fat
80g
Fiber
5g
Micronutrients
Iron
5 mg
Zinc
8 mg
Sodium
2500 mg
Calcium
800 mg
Folate
100 mcg
Magnesium
80 mg
Potassium
1000 mg
Vitamin C
10 mg
Vitamin A
200 mcg
Vitamin B12
3 mcg
Diet and Allergen Guide
Vegetarian
No
Vegan
No
Gluten Free
No
Dairy Free
No
Allergens
MilkEggGluten
Meal Prep and Storage
Make it easier to prep ahead
Francesinha can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Francesinha
Is Francesinha suitable for vegetarians?
No. Francesinha is not vegetarian as written because it includes thin beef steak.
Is Francesinha gluten-free?
Francesinha is not reliably gluten-free as written because it includes thick-cut bread. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.
Are there any allergen ingredients in Francesinha?
Yes. This recipe includes Milk, Egg, and Gluten. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.
Can I make Francesinha ahead of time?
Francesinha can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.
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