Brazilian recipe
Parmigiana Style Baked Rice (Arroz de forno à parmegiana)
A practical and comforting baked rice recipe that combines cooked rice with a savory tomato sauce and a generous layer of ham and melted cheese.
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Ingredients
2 cups of rice
4 cups of water
2 chicken stock cubes
3 peeled tomatoes
1 tablespoon of tomato paste
2 eggs
3 tablespoons of grated cheese
100 g of chopped ham
100 g of chopped mozzarella
4 cups of water
2 chicken stock cubes
3 peeled tomatoes
1 tablespoon of tomato paste
2 eggs
3 tablespoons of grated cheese
100 g of chopped ham
100 g of chopped mozzarella
Where to find ingredients
All ingredients are commonly available at local supermarkets and grocery stores. For the grated cheese, a mature cheddar or a parmesan blend serves as a common substitute for the original Brazilian style.
Preparation method
- Dissolve one of the chicken stock cubes in a little hot water
- Place the peeled tomatoes, tomato paste, and the dissolved stock into a blender
- Blend everything until you get a smooth sauce
- Cook the rice in a pot with the 4 cups of water and the remaining chicken stock cube for 15 minutes
- Lightly beat the eggs in a bowl
- Mix the grated cheese, chopped ham, and mozzarella into the bowl with the eggs
- Incorporate this mixture into the rice while it is still hot
- Spread a portion of the tomato sauce over the bottom of a baking dish
- Spread the rice mixture over the sauce
- Cover the top of the dish with the remaining sauce
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 10 to 15 minutes until golden brown
Observations
This recipe is the perfect solution for turning leftover rice into a special one-pot meal. The result is a creamy, golden-brown gratin that is ideal for family lunches or dinners.
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