Brazilian recipe
Traditional Baiana Style Beef (Bife à baiana)
A classic Brazilian dish featuring tender beef, savory tomato sauce, melted cheese, and toasted crusty bread.
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Ingredients
6 steaks of your choice
2 day-old crusty white bread rolls (pão francês style)
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (approx. 340g) prepared tomato sauce
100g mozzarella cheese, grated
Salt to taste
Dried oregano to taste
2 day-old crusty white bread rolls (pão francês style)
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (approx. 340g) prepared tomato sauce
100g mozzarella cheese, grated
Salt to taste
Dried oregano to taste
Where to find ingredients
Steaks, garlic, onions, canned tomato sauce, and mozzarella can be found in any local supermarket. For the bread, look for crusty white rolls in the bakery section; a baguette may be used as a substitute if traditional bread rolls are unavailable.
Preparation method
- Season the steaks with salt and crushed garlic to taste.
- Pan-fry the steaks in a skillet with a drizzle of oil until browned.
- Arrange the fried steaks in a baking dish.
- Slice the bread rolls into approximately 1 cm thick rounds.
- Place the bread slices on top of the steaks in the baking dish.
- Prepare the tomato sauce by mixing it with the chopped onion and adjusting the salt.
- Pour the tomato sauce over the steaks and bread slices.
- Sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese over the top.
- Dust with dried oregano to taste.
- Place in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and lightly browned.
Observations
The Bife à Baiana is a cornerstone of Brazilian home cooking, celebrated for its bold flavors and straightforward preparation. This recipe harmonizes succulent pan-seared steaks with a rich tomato sauce, finished with a layer of gratinéed bread and melted cheese, making it a versatile and deeply satisfying meal.
Ideal for a quick lunch or a comforting dinner, this dish is beloved for its balanced profile and accessible ingredients. It yields a complete and hearty plate that showcases the rustic elegance of traditional Brazilian comfort food.
Ideal for a quick lunch or a comforting dinner, this dish is beloved for its balanced profile and accessible ingredients. It yields a complete and hearty plate that showcases the rustic elegance of traditional Brazilian comfort food.
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