Low Sodium Francesinha
Indulge in the bold, comforting flavors of Portugal with this Low Sodium Francesinha, a healthier twist on the classic Porto sandwich. This recipe preserves the hearty, layered essence of the traditional dish while making it accessible for those watching their salt intake. Stacked with lean beef steak, low sodium ham, turkey, and smoked sausage, this protein-packed marvel is nestled between slices of whole grain bread and topped with melted reduced-fat Swiss cheese. The highlight? A rich, flavorful sauce made with low sodium beer, unsalted chicken broth, and paprika, thickened to perfection for a velvety finish. Ready in just an hour, this oven-baked delicacy is the ultimate low sodium comfort food for two, delivering indulgence without compromise.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece (about 4 oz) Lean beef steak
- 2 slices Low sodium cooked ham
- 1 link Low sodium smoked sausage
- 2 slices Low sodium turkey breast
- 2 slices Whole grain or sourdough bread
- 4 slices Reduced-fat Swiss cheese
- 1.5 cups Unsalted chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted tomato paste
- 1 medium (finely chopped) Onion
- 1 cup Low sodium beer
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Fresh ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and tomato paste, cooking for another 2 minutes while stirring.
Pour in the unsalted chicken broth, low sodium beer, and low sodium soy sauce. Stir to combine.
Add paprika and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 15 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the water to create a slurry. Slowly whisk this into the simmering sauce to thicken.
Remove the sauce from heat and set aside.
In a skillet, cook the beef steak over medium-high heat until browned and cooked to your liking, about 3-4 minutes per side. Set the steak aside.
In the same skillet, brown the sausage (sliced diagonally) until cooked through, about 3 minutes.
Assemble the sandwich by placing a slice of bread on a baking sheet. Layer with the beef steak, ham, sausage, and turkey slices. Top with the remaining slice of bread.
Place the slices of Swiss cheese evenly over the top of the sandwich.
Pour the sauce over the sandwich, ensuring it covers the bread and cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Carefully remove from the oven, let it cool slightly, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1591 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.8 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.2 g | 136% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 298 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 2384 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.5 g | ||
| Protein | 125.4 g | 251% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 921 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2246 mg | 48% | |
*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.
