Brazilian recipe
Creamy Baked Rice Pie (Torta de arroz cremosa)
A classic Brazilian staple, this rice pie combines the savory richness of shredded chicken with a light, fluffy batter. It is a practical and comforting choice for any lunch or dinner.
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Ingredients
2 cups (standard glass) whole milk
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 cups (standard glass) all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (standard glass) vegetable oil
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups (standard glass) cooked white rice
1 tablespoon baking powder
500g cooked, seasoned, and well-shredded chicken breast
3 eggs (separated, with whites whipped into stiff peaks)
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 cups (standard glass) all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (standard glass) vegetable oil
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups (standard glass) cooked white rice
1 tablespoon baking powder
500g cooked, seasoned, and well-shredded chicken breast
3 eggs (separated, with whites whipped into stiff peaks)
Where to find ingredients
You can find all these pantry staples at local supermarkets in Apia. For fresh produce and poultry, check the meat and vegetable sections of local markets. If Parmesan is unavailable, any hard, salty aged cheese works as a substitute.
Preparation method
- Separate the egg whites from the yolks.
- Set the whipped egg whites aside for later.
- In a blender, process the flour, oil, egg yolks, milk, cooked rice, and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then pulse briefly to combine.
- Once the batter is smooth, add the baking powder and mix gently.
- Fold the stiff egg whites into the batter carefully using a spatula or whisk to maintain the aeration.
- Grease a baking dish with oil or butter and lightly dust with flour.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared dish.
- Spread the seasoned shredded chicken evenly over this first layer of batter.
- Cover the filling with the remaining batter.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 40 to 50 minutes, or until the pie is golden and set.
Observations
This rice pie is one of those soul-warming dishes that is incredibly easy to whip up at home, even if you are a beginner in the kitchen. It blends the savory flavor of shredded chicken with a base that turns out beautifully creamy and aerated, thanks to the addition of whipped egg whites. It is a fantastic way to switch up your daily routine, refresh leftover roast chicken, or serve at a casual gathering. Give this recipe a try and you are sure to impress everyone at the table.
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