Ross il-Forn (Maltese Baked Rice)
Rice baked with a rich tomato mince sauce, egg and cheese until the top is crisp and golden.
- Time1 hr 15
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.20 a head
- Oven190°C (170°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Boil the rice in plenty of salted water for 10 minutes, until nearly cooked. Drain well.
10 min - 2
Meanwhile heat the oil in a large pan. Brown the mince for 6 minutes, then add the onion and garlic and cook for 5 minutes.
11 min - 3
Stir in the purée, tomatoes, peas, oregano, salt and pepper and simmer for 15 minutes until thick.
15 min - 4
Heat the oven to 190°C (170°C fan). Mix the rice into the sauce, leave to cool for 5 minutes, then stir in the eggs and half the parmesan.
- 5
Spoon into a baking dish, level the top and cover with the rest of the parmesan. Bake for 30 minutes until golden and crisp at the edges.
30 min - 6
Leave to rest for 5 minutes, then serve with a green salad.
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