Brazilian recipe
Parmigiana-Style Baked Rice
A practical, comforting version of Brazilian baked rice that combines cooked rice with an aromatic tomato sauce and a generous layer of melted ham and cheeses.
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Ingredients
2 cups rice
4 cups water
2 chicken bouillon cubes
3 peeled tomatoes
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 eggs
3 tablespoons grated cheese
100 g chopped ham
100 g chopped mozzarella
4 cups water
2 chicken bouillon cubes
3 peeled tomatoes
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 eggs
3 tablespoons grated cheese
100 g chopped ham
100 g chopped mozzarella
Where to find ingredients
In the United States, you can find the rice, chicken bouillon, tomatoes, tomato paste, eggs, grated cheese, ham, and mozzarella at most grocery stores, supermarkets, butcher counters, and deli sections.
Preparation method
- Dissolve one of the chicken bouillon cubes in a little hot water
- Place the peeled tomatoes, tomato paste, and dissolved bouillon in a blender
- Blend everything until you have a smooth sauce
- Cook the rice in a saucepan with the 4 cups of water and the other chicken bouillon cube for 15 minutes
- Lightly beat the eggs in a bowl
- Mix the grated cheese, chopped ham, and mozzarella into the bowl with the eggs
- Fold this mixture into the cooked rice while it is still hot
- Spread a portion of the tomato sauce over the bottom of an ovenproof baking dish
- Spread the rice mixture over the sauce
- Cover the surface of the dish with the remaining sauce
- Bake in a preheated 356°F (180°C) oven for 10 to 15 minutes, until gratinéed
Observations
This Brazilian recipe is the perfect way to turn leftover rice into a special one-dish meal. The result is creamy, gratinéed, and ideal for serving at family lunches or dinners.
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