Brazilian recipe
Baked Gratinate Garden Egg (Jiló ao forno)
Prepare a tasty baked garden egg gratin with parmesan cheese. A practical and flavorful dish perfect to accompany your meals.
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Ingredients
6 medium garden eggs (jiló)
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 medium tomato, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
Salt to taste
1 whole egg
Grated parmesan cheese to taste
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 medium tomato, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
Salt to taste
1 whole egg
Grated parmesan cheese to taste
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh garden eggs (jiló) at local farmers' markets or greengrocers. Other staples like onions, garlic, tomatoes, butter, and eggs are available at any local grocery store or supermarket.
Preparation method
- Wash and cut the garden eggs into thin slices
- In a pan, heat the butter over medium heat
- Sauté the onion and garlic until golden brown
- Add the chopped tomato and salt, cooking for a few more minutes
- Add the egg to the sauté and mix quickly until incorporated
- Grease a baking dish with butter
- Spread half of the garden egg slices in the dish
- Cover with half of the sauté mixture
- Sprinkle a layer of grated parmesan cheese
- Repeat the layers with the remaining garden egg and sauté mixture
- Finish with more grated parmesan cheese on top
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until gratinated and the garden egg is tender
Observations
The baked garden egg, or jiló, is a traditional Brazilian recipe that transforms the fruit's slightly bitter taste into a comforting and delicious dish. Prepared in layers with a savory sauté and gratinated with parmesan cheese, this dish is ideal for those looking for a tasty vegetarian option that is straightforward to make and complements any meal.
This simplified version is perfect for everyday cooking, requiring only a few ingredients and uncomplicated preparation, ensuring an irresistible and aromatic result.
This simplified version is perfect for everyday cooking, requiring only a few ingredients and uncomplicated preparation, ensuring an irresistible and aromatic result.
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