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Complete Oven-Baked Rice with Vegetables and Cheese (Arroz de forno completo com legumes e queijo)
Master this practical, colorful, and irresistible oven-baked rice recipe. It is the perfect way to make use of leftover rice and create a complete family meal.
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Ingredients
600 ml of rice
Salt to taste
Water as needed to cover the rice
105 ml of corn oil
6 cloves of garlic, minced
1 large carrot, grated
2 cans of mixed vegetables
1 can of sweet corn
22,5 g of seasoning powder
1 onion, chopped
2 sprigs of fresh green herbs
250 g of sliced muçarela
200 g of chopped apresuntado
Salt to taste
Water as needed to cover the rice
105 ml of corn oil
6 cloves of garlic, minced
1 large carrot, grated
2 cans of mixed vegetables
1 can of sweet corn
22,5 g of seasoning powder
1 onion, chopped
2 sprigs of fresh green herbs
250 g of sliced muçarela
200 g of chopped apresuntado
Where to find ingredients
You can find all these ingredients in local Kenyan supermarkets or fresh produce markets. Apresuntado and muçarela are available in the deli section of major retailers. As a substitute for apresuntado, you may use any good quality cooked ham or similar processed meat.
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 almost soft, turn off the heat, and keep the pot 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, seasoning powder, and 120 ml of water, letting it sauté for 5 minutes
- Maintain a bit of liquid in the sautéed mixture to ensure the final rice remains well-moistened 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 apresuntado and muçarela, cover with the remaining rice mixed with the vegetables, and finish with the rest of the deli meats
- Cover with slices of muçarela and place in a medium oven until the cheese is completely melted and golden
Observations
Oven-baked rice is the perfect solution for those who want convenience without compromising on flavor in their daily routine. With a well-sautéed base and a rich mixture of vegetables, apresuntado, and muçarela, this dish becomes extremely juicy and creamy after being gratinated. Tip: do not let the rice dry out too much during the initial cooking, as the sauce from the sautéed vegetables and the oven time ensure the perfect level of moisture for the final result.
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