Brazilian recipe
Oven-Baked Bauru Savory Cake (Bauru de forno)
An oven-baked version of the classic Bauru, this savory cake combines ham, mozzarella, and a flavorful sauce in a fluffy batter. Perfect for a quick meal.
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Ingredients
200 ml coconut milk
3 eggs
500 ml milk
250 ml vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups wheat flour
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon baking powder
Salt to taste
1 medium onion, chopped
10 green olives, chopped
1 cup tomato sauce
1 tablespoon oregano
250 g ham, chopped
300 g mozzarella cheese, chopped
Margarine for greasing
Wheat flour for dusting
Grated Parmesan cheese to taste
Oregano to taste
3 eggs
500 ml milk
250 ml vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups wheat flour
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon baking powder
Salt to taste
1 medium onion, chopped
10 green olives, chopped
1 cup tomato sauce
1 tablespoon oregano
250 g ham, chopped
300 g mozzarella cheese, chopped
Margarine for greasing
Wheat flour for dusting
Grated Parmesan cheese to taste
Oregano to taste
Where to find ingredients
All ingredients are commonly found at local supermarkets or grocery markets. Ham and mozzarella can be sourced from local delis or butcher shops. If specific Brazilian brands are unavailable, standard local equivalents for ham, mozzarella, and tomato sauce are ideal substitutes.
Preparation method
- In a blender, blend the coconut milk, eggs, milk, oil, wheat flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt until you obtain a smooth batter
- Set the batter aside
- In a separate bowl, mix the chopped onion, chopped olives, tomato sauce, 1 tablespoon of oregano, and salt to taste
- Set the filling aside
- Grease a rectangular baking dish (approximately 28 cm x 19 cm x 5 cm) with margarine and dust with wheat flour
- Pour half of the reserved batter into the prepared dish
- Distribute the chopped ham, chopped mozzarella, and the tomato sauce filling evenly over the batter
- Cover the filling with the remaining batter
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and oregano to taste over the top
- Place in a preheated oven at medium temperature (180°C) and bake for approximately 45 minutes, or until the cake is golden and firm
Observations
The Bauru de Forno is an adaptation of the popular Brazilian recipe, transformed into a practical and comforting savory cake. This baked version eliminates the need for bread, featuring a fluffy batter and a generous filling of ham and cheese, enveloped in a homemade tomato sauce.
It is an ideal recipe for those looking for a tasty and easy-to-prepare meal, perfect for lunch, dinner, or a hearty snack. The combination of ingredients ensures a dish that pleases all palates, with the convenience that only an oven preparation can offer.
It is an ideal recipe for those looking for a tasty and easy-to-prepare meal, perfect for lunch, dinner, or a hearty snack. The combination of ingredients ensures a dish that pleases all palates, with the convenience that only an oven preparation can offer.
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