Brazilian recipe
Complete Oven-Baked Rice with Vegetables and Cheese (Arroz de forno completo com legumes e queijo)
Learn how to make a practical, colorful, and irresistible oven-baked rice. Perfect for using up leftovers and creating 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 garlic cloves, minced
1 large carrot, grated
480 g assorted canned vegetables
240 g canned corn
1.5 packets of instant seasoning
1 onion, chopped
2 sprigs of fresh parsley and scallions
250 g sliced mozzarella
200 g chopped apresuntado
Salt to taste
Water enough to cover the rice
105 ml corn oil
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 large carrot, grated
480 g assorted canned vegetables
240 g canned corn
1.5 packets of instant seasoning
1 onion, chopped
2 sprigs of fresh parsley and scallions
250 g sliced mozzarella
200 g chopped apresuntado
Where to find ingredients
You can find all these ingredients in the aisles of local supermarkets. For the specific Brazilian items, such as apresuntado, you may look for them in specialty shops or use ham as a common substitute.
Preparation method
- Sauté the rice with part of the garlic in oil, add salt to taste, and enough water for traditional cooking
- Cook until the rice is almost tender, turn 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 assorted vegetables, the corn, the carrot, the instant 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 is well-moistened and colorful
- 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 gratinated
Observations
Oven-baked rice is the perfect solution for those seeking convenience without compromising on flavor in their daily meals. With a well-sautéed base and a rich mixture of vegetables, apresuntado, and mozzarella, this dish becomes extremely juicy and creamy after being gratinated. Tip: do not let the rice dry out too much during the initial cooking, as the sautéed sauce and the time in the oven ensure the perfect moisture for the final result.
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