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Riso al forno con le melanzane: un primo piatto perfetto da provare 🫶

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Timballo di riso e melanzane

Cultural Context

Timballo di riso e melanzane hails from the southern regions of Italy, particularly Sicily, where it reflects the local love for rice and eggplant. This dish is often served during family gatherings and festive occasions, showcasing the rich flavors of the Mediterranean. Today, variations exist across Italy, with some incorporating different vegetables or meats, making it a versatile and beloved dish.

ItalianITmain
75 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
250g riso
1 melanzana tonda
1 melanzana lunga
1 scamorza
1 bocconcino piccolo
2 sottilette
50g parmigiano
500ml passata di pomodoro
1 scalogno
3 foglie di basilico
qb olio extravergine
qb sale

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: provolone

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while maintaining creaminess.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grana padano

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

1

Cook the rice according to package instructions until al dente.

2

Dice the round and long eggplants and sauté them in olive oil until softened.

3

In a separate pan, cook the shallot until translucent, then add the tomato passata and simmer.

4

Combine the cooked rice, sautéed eggplants, and tomato sauce in a baking dish.

5

Layer the scamorza, bocconcino, and sottilette on top of the rice mixture.

6

Sprinkle with grated parmigiano and bake in the oven until the cheese is melted and golden.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkeggs

Also Known As

Rice and Eggplant TimbaleTimballo di riso
Local Name: Timballo di riso e melanzane

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