Brazilian recipe
Hearty Oven-Baked Rice with Vegetables and Cheese (Arroz de forno completo com legumes e queijo)
Learn how to make a practical, colorful, and irresistible oven-baked rice. It is the perfect way to use up leftover rice and create 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
1.5 packets instant seasoning
1 onion, chopped
2 sprigs parsley and scallions
250 g sliced mozzarella
200 g chopped ham-style luncheon meat
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
1.5 packets instant seasoning
1 onion, chopped
2 sprigs parsley and scallions
250 g sliced mozzarella
200 g chopped ham-style luncheon meat
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh vegetables, canned goods, and sliced cold cuts like mozzarella and luncheon meat at any local supermarket or neighborhood grocer.
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 almost 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, instant seasoning, and 120 ml of water, letting it sauté for 5 minutes
- Maintain some broth in the sauté to ensure the final rice remains well-moistened 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-style luncheon meat and mozzarella, cover with the rest of the rice mixed with the sauté, and finish with the remaining cold cuts
- Cover with slices of mozzarella and bake in a medium oven until the cheese is completely melted and golden
Observations
Oven-baked rice is an excellent solution for those seeking practicality without sacrificing flavor in their daily cooking. With a well-seasoned base and a rich blend of vegetables, ham-style luncheon meat, and mozzarella, this dish becomes extremely juicy and creamy after baking. Tip: do not let the rice dry out too much during the initial cooking, as the sautéed liquid and the time in the oven ensure the ideal moisture for the final result.
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