Brazilian recipe
Creamy Baked Rice Pie (Torta de arroz e de forno)
This classic Brazilian rice pie combines the savory taste of shredded chicken with a light, fluffy batter. Practical and delicious, it's the perfect dish for lunch or dinner.
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Ingredients
2 standard glasses of milk
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 standard glasses of all-purpose flour
1/2 standard glass of vegetable oil
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 standard glasses of cooked white rice
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 kg cooked, seasoned and shredded chicken breast
3 eggs (whites beaten to stiff peaks)
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 standard glasses of all-purpose flour
1/2 standard glass of vegetable oil
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 standard glasses of cooked white rice
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 kg cooked, seasoned and shredded chicken breast
3 eggs (whites beaten to stiff peaks)
Where to find ingredients
You can find these staples at local supermarkets like Massy Stores or JTA Supermarkets. Look for long-grain white rice in the grain aisle, fresh chicken breast at the meat counter, and standard dairy and pantry items in their respective sections.
Preparation method
- Separate the egg whites from the yolks.
- Set the beaten 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 pulse until combined.
- Once the batter is smooth, add the baking powder and stir gently.
- Carefully fold the stiff egg whites into the batter using a spatula or whisk to maintain the airy texture.
- Grease a baking dish with oil or butter and lightly dust with flour.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared dish.
- Spread the seasoned shredded chicken evenly over the first layer of batter.
- Cover the filling with the remaining batter.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 40 to 50 minutes, or until the pie is golden and firm.
Observations
This creamy rice pie is the type of comfort food that warms the heart and is incredibly easy to whip up at home, even if you are not a seasoned cook. It marries the savory, seasoned shredded chicken with a batter that becomes wonderfully creamy and airy, thanks to the stiffly beaten egg whites. It is a fantastic way to switch up your daily routine, refresh leftover roast chicken, or serve at a casual gathering. Give this recipe a try and impress everyone at the table.
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