Brazilian recipe
Easy Oven-Baked Bauru Savory Cake
A baked twist on the classic Bauru, this savory cake combines ham, mozzarella, and a tasty sauce within a light, fluffy batter. Perfect for a quick meal.
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Ingredients
200 ml coconut milk
3 large eggs
500 ml whole milk
250 ml vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp baking powder
Salt to taste
1 medium onion, finely chopped
10 green olives, pitted and chopped
1 cup tomato sauce
1 tbsp dried oregano
250 g ham, diced
300 g mozzarella cheese, diced
Margarine for greasing
All-purpose flour for dusting
Grated Parmesan cheese to taste
Dried oregano to taste
3 large eggs
500 ml whole milk
250 ml vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp baking powder
Salt to taste
1 medium onion, finely chopped
10 green olives, pitted and chopped
1 cup tomato sauce
1 tbsp dried oregano
250 g ham, diced
300 g mozzarella cheese, diced
Margarine for greasing
All-purpose flour for dusting
Grated Parmesan cheese to taste
Dried oregano to taste
Where to find ingredients
All staples like flour, milk, eggs, and oil are available at local grocers in Nassau. Deli ham and block mozzarella can be found in the refrigerated meat and cheese sections. Coconut milk is found in the international or baking aisles, and green olives are typically in the jarred goods section.
Preparation method
- Combine the coconut milk, eggs, milk, oil, flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt in a blender until the batter is smooth
- Set the batter aside
- In a separate bowl, mix the chopped onion, chopped olives, tomato sauce, one tablespoon of oregano, and salt to taste
- Set the filling mixture aside
- Grease a rectangular baking dish (approximately 28 cm x 19 cm x 5 cm) with margarine and lightly dust with flour
- Pour half of the reserved batter into the prepared baking dish
- Evenly distribute the diced ham, diced mozzarella, and the tomato sauce filling over the bottom layer of batter
- Cover the filling with the remaining batter
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese and extra oregano over the top
- Place in a preheated oven at 180°C and bake for about 45 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and set
Observations
The Oven-Baked Bauru is a practical and comforting savory cake inspired by the classic Brazilian sandwich. This baked version replaces bread with a light, fluffy batter, layered with a generous filling of ham, mozzarella, and tomato sauce. It is an ideal recipe for a flavorful, easy-to-prepare lunch, dinner, or a hearty snack, offering the convenience of a one-pan oven dish that satisfies everyone.
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