Brazilian recipe
Homemade Baked Bauru-Style Savoury Cake
A baked twist on the classic Bauru sandwich, this savoury cake combines ham, mozzarella, and a tasty sauce in a fluffy batter. Perfect for a quick snack or meal.
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Ingredients
3 eggs
500 ml milk
250 ml vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
10 green olives, chopped
250 g ham, chopped
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon dried oregano
All-purpose flour for dusting
200 ml coconut milk
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 cup tomato sauce
Grated Parmesan cheese to taste
Dried oregano to taste
3 tablespoons cornstarch
Margarine for greasing
300 g mozzarella cheese, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
500 ml milk
250 ml vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
10 green olives, chopped
250 g ham, chopped
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon dried oregano
All-purpose flour for dusting
200 ml coconut milk
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 cup tomato sauce
Grated Parmesan cheese to taste
Dried oregano to taste
3 tablespoons cornstarch
Margarine for greasing
300 g mozzarella cheese, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
Where to find ingredients
Find dairy products, meats, and produce at local supermarkets or neighbourhood grocers. Coconut milk and cornflour are available in the baking or international aisles. Use standard deli-cut ham and block mozzarella for best results.
Preparation method
- Blend the coconut milk, eggs, milk, vegetable oil, all-purpose flour, cornflour, baking powder, and salt in a blender until smooth
- Set the batter aside
- In a separate bowl, mix the diced onion, chopped olives, tomato sauce, one tablespoon of oregano, and salt to taste
- Set the filling mixture aside
- Grease a rectangular baking tin (approximately 28 cm x 19 cm x 5 cm) with margarine and dust with all-purpose flour
- Pour half of the reserved batter into the prepared tin
- Distribute the chopped ham, chopped mozzarella, and the tomato sauce mixture evenly over the batter
- Cover the filling with the remaining batter
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and extra oregano over the top to taste
- Place in a preheated oven at medium heat (180°C) and bake for approximately 45 minutes, or until the cake is golden and firm
Observations
The Baked Bauru is an adaptation of the popular Brazilian staple, transformed into a practical and comforting savoury bake. This version eliminates the need for bread, featuring a light, fluffy batter and a generous filling of ham and cheese, complemented by a flavourful tomato sauce. It is an ideal recipe for anyone looking for a tasty, easy-to-make dish, perfect for lunch, dinner, or a hearty snack. The combination of ingredients creates a crowd-pleasing dish with the convenience that only an oven-baked meal can provide.
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