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Oven-Baked Jiló with Parmesan Gratin: A Simple Recipe (Jiló ao forno gratinado: receita e)
Discover a delicious way to prepare oven-baked jiló, layered and gratinated with parmesan cheese. A practical and flavorful side dish for any meal.
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Ingredients
6 medium jilós
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium tomato, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
Salt to taste
1 whole egg
Grated parmesan cheese to taste
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium tomato, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
Salt to taste
1 whole egg
Grated parmesan cheese to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh jiló at local markets or specialty produce aisles that carry Caribbean or South American ingredients. Parmesan cheese and pantry staples are widely available in any local grocery store or supermarket produce and dairy sections.
Preparation method
- Wash the jilós thoroughly and slice them into thin, uniform rounds.
- Heat the butter in a pan over medium heat.
- Sauté the onion and garlic until they are translucent and fragrant.
- Add the chopped tomato and salt, cooking for a few additional minutes until soft.
- Crack the egg into the mixture and stir quickly to incorporate it into the sauté.
- Grease a baking dish with a little extra butter.
- Arrange half of the jiló slices in the bottom of the dish.
- Spread half of the sauté mixture over the first layer of jiló.
- Sprinkle a generous layer of grated parmesan cheese over the top.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining jiló and sauté mixture.
- Finish by topping the dish with an extra layer of grated parmesan cheese.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and the jiló is tender.
Observations
Oven-baked jiló is a traditional preparation that mellows the vegetable's characteristic bitterness, transforming it into a comforting and savory dish. Layered with a seasoned sauté and topped with golden parmesan, this dish is a fantastic vegetarian option that is both effortless to assemble and perfectly suited for any table.
This straightforward recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, requiring minimal ingredients and minimal fuss, while still delivering an aromatic and deeply satisfying result that elevates the humble jiló.
This straightforward recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, requiring minimal ingredients and minimal fuss, while still delivering an aromatic and deeply satisfying result that elevates the humble jiló.
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