Madeira Prego Sandwich is a traditional Portuguese (from the island of Madeira) version for the classic dish of garlic steaks served in the local fried breads. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic Portuguese version of: Madeira Prego Sandwich.
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In Madeira, rather than using Portuguese rolls (which are also prepared on the island) they typically serve prego steak sandwiches in the local bolo de caco breads.
Ingredients:
3 garlic cloves, 2 crushed, 1 split lengthways
2 small (about 150g each) rump steaks (all fat trimmed)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp Madeira wine
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 bay leaves
freshly-ground black pepper, to taste
2 large bolo de caco, halved crossways and toasted
Method:
Rub the sliced garlic over the steaks then put in a sandwich bag and tip in the olive oil, Madeira wine, lemon juice, minced garlic and bay leaves. Smoosh everything together, then use a rolling pin to bash the steaks a few times. Leave for 1-2 hours.
Heat a griddle or frying pan to high. Brush away the garlic and bay leaves from the steaks and season well. Sear the steaks for 2 minutes on each side then rest on a plate.
Into the same pan add in the bread. Allow it to toast for about one minute. Add in more olive oil if needed.
Put the bolo de caco halves onto the plate, toasted-side down, to soak up any juices.
Slice the steaks then stuff into the rolls. To keep with Madeiran style you can top with sliced cheese, lettuce and tomato or alternatively with a fried egg.
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