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. 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 sufficient to cover the rice
105 ml corn oil
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 large carrot, grated
2 cans mixed vegetables
1 can sweet corn
1.5 packets of instant seasoning
1 onion, chopped
2 sprigs fresh herbs
250 g mozzarella, sliced
200 g processed ham (apresuntado), chopped
salt to taste
water sufficient to cover the rice
105 ml corn oil
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 large carrot, grated
2 cans mixed vegetables
1 can sweet corn
1.5 packets of instant seasoning
1 onion, chopped
2 sprigs fresh herbs
250 g mozzarella, sliced
200 g processed ham (apresuntado), chopped
Where to find ingredients
You can find all ingredients at local supermarkets and neighborhood grocery stores. Processed ham (apresuntado) is a common Brazilian cold cut, but you can substitute it with regular cooked ham if necessary.
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 nearly tender, turn off the heat, and keep the pan 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, corn, carrot, instant seasoning, and 120 ml of water, letting it sauté for 5 minutes.
- Keep some broth in the sautéed mixture to ensure the final rice remains moist 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 ham and mozzarella, cover with the remaining rice mixed with the vegetables, and finish with the rest of the cold cuts.
- Top with mozzarella slices and bake in a medium oven until the cheese is completely melted and golden brown.
Observations
Oven-baked rice is the perfect solution for those seeking practicality without sacrificing flavor in their daily cooking. Featuring a well-sautéed base and a rich mixture of vegetables, processed ham, and mozzarella, this dish becomes extremely succulent and creamy after being gratinated. Tip: do not let the rice dry out too much during the initial cooking, as the sauce from the vegetable mix and the oven time ensure the ideal moisture for the final result.
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