Brazilian recipe
Classic Bife à Baiana Recipe (Bife à baiana)
Experience this classic Bife à baiana featuring juicy steaks topped with a rich tomato sauce, melted cheese, and toasted bread. A hearty, comforting meal.
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Ingredients
6 steaks of your choice
2 staled pão francês (crusty bread rolls)
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium onion, finely chopped
340g prepared tomato sauce
100g grated mozzarella cheese
Salt to taste
Dried oregano to taste
2 staled pão francês (crusty bread rolls)
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium onion, finely chopped
340g prepared tomato sauce
100g grated mozzarella cheese
Salt to taste
Dried oregano to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find these ingredients at any local supermarket or neighborhood grocery store. For the bread, any crusty white bread roll works as a substitute for pão francês. Use fresh, high-quality beef cuts for the best results.
Preparation method
- Season the steaks with salt and minced garlic to your preference.
- Sear the steaks in a skillet with a drizzle of oil until they are well browned.
- Transfer the seared steaks to a baking dish.
- Cut the pão francês into slices approximately 1 cm thick.
- Arrange the bread slices directly over the steaks in the baking dish.
- In a small bowl, combine the tomato sauce with the chopped onion and adjust the salt as needed.
- Pour the prepared tomato sauce evenly over the steaks and bread slices.
- Sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese over the top.
- Dust with dried oregano to your liking.
- Place in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and turned slightly golden.
Observations
Bife à baiana is a classic Brazilian dish celebrated for its straightforward preparation and bold, satisfying flavors. This recipe perfectly balances tender seared steaks with a savory tomato-based sauce, finished with a golden layer of crusty bread and melted cheese, making it a versatile favorite for any occasion.
Ideal for a hearty lunch or a comforting dinner, Bife à baiana is sure to impress. It is a no-fuss meal that relies on accessible ingredients, delivering a balanced and flavorful dining experience every time.
Ideal for a hearty lunch or a comforting dinner, Bife à baiana is sure to impress. It is a no-fuss meal that relies on accessible ingredients, delivering a balanced and flavorful dining experience every time.
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