Brazilian recipe
Complete Oven Baked Rice with Vegetables and Cheese (Arroz de forno completo com legumes e queijo)
Learn how to prepare a practical, colorful, and irresistible oven-baked rice. It is perfect for using up leftovers and creating a complete family meal.
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Ingredients
600 ml rice
salt to taste
water enough to cover the rice
105 ml corn oil
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 large carrot, grated
2 cans mixed vegetables
1 can sweet corn
22,5 g seasoning mix
1 onion, chopped
2 sprigs fresh herbs
250 g sliced mozzarella cheese
200 g chopped deli ham
salt to taste
water enough to cover the rice
105 ml corn oil
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 large carrot, grated
2 cans mixed vegetables
1 can sweet corn
22,5 g seasoning mix
1 onion, chopped
2 sprigs fresh herbs
250 g sliced mozzarella cheese
200 g chopped deli ham
Where to find ingredients
You can find all these ingredients in the produce, pantry, and deli sections of local supermarkets and neighborhood markets. The deli ham and mozzarella can be requested sliced or in blocks from the dairy counter.
Preparation method
- Sauté the rice with part of the garlic in oil, add salt to taste, and enough water for traditional cooking
- Cook until the rice is nearly tender, turn off the heat, and keep the pan covered to finish the process in the steam
- In another pan, heat the remaining oil, sauté the onion, the remaining garlic, and a pinch of salt
- Add the mixed vegetables, corn, carrot, seasoning mix, and 120 ml of water, letting it sauté for 5 minutes
- Keep some broth in the sauté to ensure that the final rice stays very moist and colorful
- Spread half of the cooked rice in a baking dish, add half of the vegetable sauté, and mix well
- Distribute half of the ham and mozzarella, cover with the remaining rice mixed with the sauté, and finish with the rest of the cold cuts
- Cover with slices of mozzarella and bake in a medium oven until the cheese is completely melted and gratinated
Observations
Oven-baked rice is a perfect solution for those who want convenience without compromising on flavor in their daily meals. With a well-sautéed base and a rich mixture of vegetables, deli ham, and mozzarella, this dish becomes extremely succulent and creamy after being gratinated. Tip: do not let the rice dry out too much during the initial cooking, as the sauce from the sauté and the time in the oven ensure the ideal moisture for the final result.
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