Gluten-free embutido (meatloaf), Philippines

Embutido is a traditional Filipino dish often prepared for special occasions like Christmas. This delicious rolled minced meat dish, enriched with vegetables, hard-boiled eggs, and sometimes raisins, stands out for its unique sweet and savory flavors. For a gluten-free version, simply replace some ingredients while maintaining the authenticity of this festive treat. Discover how to make a perfect gluten-free Embutido to surprise your guests during the holiday season!

Preparation time: 30 minutes

Cooking time: 1 hour

Total time 1 hour 30 minutes

Cooking method: Cook Expert , Traditional

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Ingredients

500g of minced meat (pork or chicken, I made it with chicken)
2 raw eggs
1 grated carrot
1 red bell pepper, cut into small dice
1 slice of ham or 1 sausage
100g of grated cheese (Gruyère or Cheddar)
50g of raisins ( optional, for a touch of sweetness)
3 hard-boiled eggs, peeled (whole or cut in half)
50g of gluten-free breadcrumbs (I crushed some gluten-free crackers)
2 tablespoons of gluten-free ketchup
1 tbsp gluten-free soy sauce
Salt and pepper, to taste
Aluminum foil for cooking

Preparation

1
Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, raw eggs, grated carrot, bell pepper, gluten-free breadcrumbs, raisins, ketchup, and soy sauce. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well until thoroughly combined.
2
To shape the Embutido: Lay a large sheet of aluminum foil on your work surface. Place a portion of the filling in the center and flatten it into a rectangle about 1 cm thick. Place the ham (or sausage) and hard-boiled eggs in the middle, lining them up along the entire length.
3
Rolling: Using the aluminum foil, roll the stuffing around the eggs to form a sausage shape. Wrap tightly in the aluminum foil and seal the ends well.
4
Cooking: Steaming option: Steam the rolls for 1 hour. Oven option: Place the embutido in an ovenproof dish and bake at 180°C for 40 to 50 minutes.
5
Finishing (optional): Once cooked, unwrap the Embutido and lightly brown it in a pan for a nice color.
6
Allow to cool slightly before slicing into thick pieces. Arrange the pieces on a serving platter and serve with white rice or a salad.

Note

Serve the embutido in thick slices and accompany it with sweet and sour sauce or sriracha sauce.

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