Brazilian recipe
Complete Oven-Baked Rice with Vegetables and Cheese (Arroz de forno completo com legumes e queijo)
Learn how to make a practical, colourful, and irresistible oven-baked rice. It is the perfect way to use up leftover rice and create a complete family meal.
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Ingredients
600 ml rice
Salt to taste
Water enough to cover the rice
105 ml corn oil
6 cloves of garlic, minced
1 large carrot, grated
2 cans of mixed vegetables
1 can of sweetcorn
22.5 g prepared seasoning
1 onion, chopped
2 sprigs of fresh parsley and spring onions
250 g sliced mozzarella
200 g chopped apresuntado
Salt to taste
Water enough to cover the rice
105 ml corn oil
6 cloves of garlic, minced
1 large carrot, grated
2 cans of mixed vegetables
1 can of sweetcorn
22.5 g prepared seasoning
1 onion, chopped
2 sprigs of fresh parsley and spring onions
250 g sliced mozzarella
200 g chopped apresuntado
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh vegetables and staple grains at local supermarkets like Coles or Woolworths. For specific Brazilian ingredients like 'apresuntado' (a type of cooked ham) or Brazilian-style 'temperos prontos', visit local specialty deli shops or Latin American grocers. As a substitute for apresuntado, a good quality shaved or diced ham can be used.
Preparation method
- Sauté the rice with part of the garlic in oil, add salt to taste, and enough water for the traditional cooking method
- Cook until the rice is nearly tender, switch off the heat, and keep the pot covered to finish the process in the steam
- In another pan, heat the remaining oil, sauté the onion, the remaining garlic, and a pinch of salt
- Add the mixed vegetables, sweetcorn, carrot, prepared seasoning, and 120 ml of water, letting it sauté for 5 minutes
- Maintain a bit of broth in the mixture to ensure the final rice remains well-moistened and colourful
- Spread half of the cooked rice in a baking dish, add half of the vegetable mixture, and mix well
- Distribute half of the apresuntado and mozzarella, cover with the remaining rice mixed with the vegetables, and finish with the rest of the cold cuts
- Cover with slices of mozzarella and bake in a medium oven until the cheese is completely melted and golden
Observations
Oven-baked rice is an ideal solution for those seeking convenience without compromising on flavour in their daily meals. Featuring a well-sautéed base and a rich mixture of vegetables, apresuntado, and mozzarella, this dish becomes incredibly succulent and creamy once gratinated. Tip: do not let the rice get too dry during the initial cooking, as the sauce from the sauté and the time in the oven ensure the perfect moisture for the final result.
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