Portuguese Bifana Pork and Pepper Burger

Ingredients:

• 4-6 very thin pork cutlets
• 2 cloves of confit garlic
• 1 tablespoon of lard (or olive oil)
• 100 ml white wine
• 2 bay leaves
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 bell pepper (red or yellow)
• Salad leaves (or arugula)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:

1. Marinate the pork:

   • In a large bowl, combine the confit garlic (crushed), white wine, bay leaves, paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
   • Add the pork cutlets to the marinade, cover the bowl, and let it marinate for at least 2 hours (overnight for more flavor).

2. Prepare the peppers:

   • Slice the bell pepper into thin strips.
   • Heat a little lard or olive oil in a pan and sauté the peppers over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until they are tender and lightly golden. Set aside.

3. Cook the pork:

   • In the same pan, add a bit more lard or olive oil and cook the marinated pork cutlets over medium-high heat.
   • Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until the cutlets are golden and cooked through. Remove from the pan and keep warm.

4. Assemble the burger:

   • Warm the burger buns slightly.
   • On the bottom half of each bun, place one pork cutlet, add the sautéed peppers, and top with some salad leaves for freshness.
   • Cover with the top half of the bun.

5. Serving:

   • Serve immediately with your favorite sauce (mayonnaise, hot sauce, or garlic sauce, for example).

Tips:

• For a stronger flavor, you can add other roasted vegetables like eggplant or zucchini.
• For extra crunch, add pickles or a bit of fresh cheese (like goat cheese).
• For a more traditional taste, you can grill the pork cutlets for a smoky flavor.

Enjoy your Portuguese-inspired burger!