Brazilian recipe
Creamy Homemade Brazilian Potato Gratin (Batata Gratinada)
A proper, indulgent potato gratin that’s irresistibly creamy and comforting. It makes for a fantastic midweek side or a hearty, family-favourite vegetarian main.
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Ingredients
5 large potatoes
3/4 cup milk
1 carton double cream
2 tablespoons plain flour
3 tablespoons butter
100 g grated mozzarella cheese
Dried oregano to taste
Salt to taste
3/4 cup milk
1 carton double cream
2 tablespoons plain flour
3 tablespoons butter
100 g grated mozzarella cheese
Dried oregano to taste
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Potatoes and pantry staples like plain flour, butter, and salt are standard in any local supermarket. Find double cream in the dairy aisle; it is essential for the authentic texture, though single cream is an okay substitute if needed. Mozzarella is widely stocked in the cheese section—blocks are usually better for melting. Dried oregano is available in the herb and spice section of any grocer. For those specific Brazilian comfort food flavours, you might check the 'world foods' or international aisles of large supermarket chains, or visit independent Latin American shops for authentic pantry items.
Preparation method
- Peel the potatoes and slice them into medium-thickness rounds
- Microwave the potato slices for about 7 minutes on high, or boil them in a pan on the hob until tender but still holding their shape
- Season the cooked potatoes with salt to taste during the cooking process if you prefer
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter and stir in the dried oregano
- In a separate jug, whisk together the milk, double cream, and flour until the mixture is smooth
- Pour the milk mixture into the pan with the melted butter and cook over a low heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly
- Season the sauce with salt to taste, remembering to adjust if you have already salted the potatoes
- In a medium-sized baking dish, assemble the gratin by alternating layers of potato slices and the creamy sauce
- Drizzle each layer of potatoes with a little of the herb-infused melted butter
- Finish by covering the entire surface generously with the grated mozzarella
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 30 to 35 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and nicely golden
Observations
Potato gratin is a staple of Brazilian home cooking, cherished for its straightforward preparation and deeply comforting flavour. Featuring tender slices of potato smothered in a velvety sauce and finished with a golden, bubbly layer of melted cheese, this dish is a winner for family dinners or when you need to impress guests without any unnecessary fuss.
Simplicity is the real magic here, as this dish is quick to pull together and easily adaptable to your own preference. Whether served piping hot straight from the oven or enjoyed with leftovers, this gratin remains perfectly versatile and satisfying.
Simplicity is the real magic here, as this dish is quick to pull together and easily adaptable to your own preference. Whether served piping hot straight from the oven or enjoyed with leftovers, this gratin remains perfectly versatile and satisfying.
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