Brazilian recipe
Creamy Baked Rice Pie
This traditional Brazilian rice pie combines savory shredded chicken with a light, fluffy batter. It's a practical and delicious choice for any lunch or dinner.
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Ingredients
2 cups milk
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups cooked white rice
1 tablespoon baking powder
500g cooked, seasoned, and shredded chicken breast
3 eggs (whites whipped to stiff peaks)
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups cooked white rice
1 tablespoon baking powder
500g cooked, seasoned, and shredded chicken breast
3 eggs (whites whipped to stiff peaks)
Where to find ingredients
You can find these staples at local supermarkets like Pick n Pay or Spar. Look for the dairy and flour in the baking aisles, and find fresh chicken breast in the butchery section.
Preparation method
- Separate the yolks from the whites of the 3 eggs.
- Set the whipped egg whites aside for the final step.
- In a blender, combine the flour, oil, egg yolks, milk, cooked rice, and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste and blend briefly until smooth.
- Once the batter is homogeneous, add the baking powder and mix gently.
- Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the batter using a spatula or whisk, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
- Grease a baking dish with oil or butter and lightly dust with flour.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking dish.
- Spread the seasoned, shredded chicken evenly over this first layer of batter.
- Cover the filling with the remaining batter.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 40 to 50 minutes, or until the pie is golden brown and set.
Observations
This rice pie is one of those comforting dishes that's incredibly simple to whip up at home, even if you are not a seasoned cook. It marries the savory flavor of shredded chicken with a batter that becomes wonderfully creamy and aerated, thanks to the whipped egg whites. It is an excellent way to switch up your daily routine, refresh your usual roasted chicken, or even bring something special to a casual gathering with friends. Follow this recipe and you're sure to impress everyone at the table.
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