Brazilian recipe
Complete Oven-Baked Rice with Vegetables and Cheese (Arroz de forno completo com legumes e queijo)
Learn how to make a practical, colorful, and irresistible oven-baked rice. It is perfect for using up leftover rice and creating a complete family meal.
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Ingredients
600 ml of rice
Salt to taste
Water enough to cover the rice
105 ml of corn oil
6 garlic cloves minced
1 large grated carrot
2 cans of mixed vegetables
1 can of sweet corn
22,5 g of seasoning powder
1 onion chopped
2 sprigs of fresh parsley and spring onions
250 g of sliced mozzarella
200 g of chopped ham-style cold cut
Salt to taste
Water enough to cover the rice
105 ml of corn oil
6 garlic cloves minced
1 large grated carrot
2 cans of mixed vegetables
1 can of sweet corn
22,5 g of seasoning powder
1 onion chopped
2 sprigs of fresh parsley and spring onions
250 g of sliced mozzarella
200 g of chopped ham-style cold cut
Where to find ingredients
You can find all these ingredients at local supermarkets, grocery stores, or street markets. Look for the vegetable section for fresh produce and the deli counter for the mozzarella and ham-style cold cuts.
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 tender, turn off the heat, and keep the pot covered to finish the process with 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
- Keep a bit of liquid in the mixture to ensure the final rice stays moist 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 ham-style cold cut and mozzarella, cover with the rest of the rice mixed with the vegetables, and top with the remaining cold cuts
- Cover with slices of mozzarella and place in a medium oven until the cheese is completely melted and golden
Observations
Oven-baked rice is a perfect solution for those who want practicality without compromising flavor in their daily meals. With a well-seasoned base and a rich mix of vegetables, ham-style cold cut, and mozzarella, this dish becomes extremely juicy and creamy after baking. Tip: do not let the rice dry out too much during the initial cooking, as the vegetable sauce and the time in the oven ensure the perfect level of moisture for the final result.
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