Brazilian recipe
Baked Jiló with Parmesan Gratin: Quick and Easy Recipe
Prepare a delicious baked jiló gratin topped with parmesan cheese. A practical, savoury dish perfect for your everyday meals.
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Ingredients
6 medium jilós
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium tomato, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
Salt to taste
1 whole egg
Parmesan cheese, grated to taste
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium tomato, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
Salt to taste
1 whole egg
Parmesan cheese, grated to taste
Where to find ingredients
Jiló can be found in specialty Caribbean or international produce markets; parmesan, butter, and aromatics are available at any local supermarket.
Preparation method
- Wash and slice the jilós into thin rounds
- Heat the butter in a pan over medium heat
- Sauté the onion and garlic until golden brown
- Add the chopped tomato and salt, cooking for a few more minutes
- Crack the egg into the mixture and stir quickly to incorporate
- Grease a baking dish with butter
- Arrange half of the jiló slices in the baking dish
- Cover with half of the sautéed mixture
- Sprinkle a layer of grated parmesan cheese
- Repeat the layers with the remaining jiló and mixture
- Finish with a final layer of grated parmesan cheese on top
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until golden and the jiló is tender
Observations
Baked jiló is a traditional dish that transforms the slightly bitter flavour of the fruit into a comforting, savoury meal. Prepared in layers with a flavoursome sauté and topped with golden parmesan, this dish is an ideal vegetarian option that is easy to prepare and pairs well with any main course. This simplified version is perfect for daily cooking, requiring minimal ingredients and straightforward preparation for an aromatic, irresistible finish.
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