Brazilian recipe
Baked Gratinate Garden Egg (Jiló ao forno gratinado)
A traditional dish that balances the unique flavor of garden egg with a savory base and a golden cheese crust.
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Ingredients
6 medium garden eggs (jiló)
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves 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 garlic, minced
1 medium tomato, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
Salt to taste
1 whole egg
Grated parmesan cheese to taste
Where to find ingredients
Garden eggs (jiló) can be found in specialty produce markets or ethnic grocery stores. Parmesan cheese and fresh produce are available in standard local supermarkets. As a substitute for jiló, you may consider small bitter melons, though the flavor profile will differ.
Preparation method
- Wash the garden eggs and slice them into thin rounds.
- In a pan, heat the butter over medium heat.
- Sauté the onion and garlic until golden.
- Add the chopped tomato and salt, cooking for a few more minutes.
- Add the egg to the sauté and stir quickly until incorporated.
- Grease a baking dish with butter.
- Spread half of the garden egg slices in the dish.
- Cover with half of the sautéed mixture.
- Sprinkle a layer of grated parmesan cheese.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining garden egg and sautéed mixture.
- Finish with an extra layer of grated parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and the garden egg is tender.
Observations
Baked garden egg is a classic Brazilian preparation that transforms the fruit's distinctively bitter profile into a comforting and flavorful side dish. Layered with a savory sauté and finished with a golden parmesan crust, this dish is a perfect vegetarian choice that brings depth and flavor to any meal.
This straightforward version is ideal for everyday cooking. It relies on minimal ingredients and a simple process to achieve an aromatic, irresistible result that highlights the natural qualities of the vegetable.
This straightforward version is ideal for everyday cooking. It relies on minimal ingredients and a simple process to achieve an aromatic, irresistible result that highlights the natural qualities of the vegetable.
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