Brazilian recipe
Easy Brazilian Napolitano Rice Bake
A fuss-free Brazilian-style rice bake layered with juicy tomatoes, melted mozzarella, and a hint of oregano. Perfect for a quick, comforting weeknight dinner.
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Ingredients
2 cups long-grain white rice
150g mozzarella cheese, sliced (or substitute with cheddar if you prefer a sharper flavour)
2 beef stock cubes
2 tablespoons margarine or unsalted butter
4 ripe tomatoes, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
150g mozzarella cheese, sliced (or substitute with cheddar if you prefer a sharper flavour)
2 beef stock cubes
2 tablespoons margarine or unsalted butter
4 ripe tomatoes, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Where to find ingredients
You can easily find all these ingredients at local supermarkets like NTUC FairPrice, Cold Storage, or Sheng Siong. For the beef stock cubes, look in the dry seasonings and stocks aisle; brands like Maggi or Knorr are widely available. Long-grain rice is a pantry staple found in every grocery store. For the mozzarella, you can pick up pre-sliced blocks or packs in the dairy section; if you want an authentic Brazilian touch, look for 'queijo mussarela' in the international or speciality cheese section of high-end grocers, though standard supermarket mozzarella works perfectly here.
Preparation method
- Dissolve the beef stock cubes in four cups of boiling water, stirring well until fully incorporated
- Add the rice to the stock mixture and simmer over low heat until tender, which should take about twenty minutes
- Once cooked, stir in the margarine and use a fork to gently fluff the rice so the grains stay separate
- Transfer the rice into a medium-sized baking dish and arrange the tomato slices evenly over the top
- Sprinkle the dried oregano over the tomatoes and layer the mozzarella slices generously over everything
- Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C for about ten minutes, or just until the cheese is melted and bubbling
- Serve hot as a hearty main or pair it with a fresh side salad for a complete meal
Observations
Arroz napolitano is a quintessential Brazilian comfort dish that marries pantry staples like rice, cheese, and tomatoes into one simple, soul-warming meal. This version uses beef stock cubes to pack in a savoury punch, topped with fresh tomato slices and melty mozzarella for that signature creamy finish. It is a fantastic go-to recipe when you need something effortless, satisfying, and ready in a flash.
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