FAROFA

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Manioc flour can be found in Brazilian stores. It resembles a light bread crumb, but do not confuse it with tapioca flour or starch. Once toasted in fat - here, bacon, but other kinds may be used - the manioc flour can serve as a crisp topping to the feijoada, or served alongside to soak up the juices.

Provided by Francis Lam

Categories     side dish

Time 10m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cloves garlic, chopped
Kosher salt
6 ounces slab bacon, cut into rough dice
Vegetable oil, if needed
2 cups coarsely ground manioc flour (a.k.a. cassava flour)
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Mash the garlic and a few pinches of salt with the side of your knife until pasty. Place bacon in large skillet over medium heat, and let it cook, stirring, for 5 minutes, or until fully rendered and lightly browned. Add a splash of vegetable oil if there isn't enough fat to generously coat the pan.
  • Turn heat down to medium-low, and cook garlic until very aromatic. Add manioc flour, and cook, stirring and shaking the pan continuously, until it's a shade toastier and a little crunchy, 6 to 8 minutes. Turn off heat, and stir in butter. Add salt to taste. Let guests sprinkle or pile it onto their plates, to their taste.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 165, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 113 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Xubair ahmad
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I've never had farofa before, but I'm definitely going to try this recipe. It looks delicious!


Vic Hammond
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This recipe is a great starting point, but I like to add my own personal touches. I usually add some chopped cilantro and lime zest.


Isaiah Crowley
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I'm a vegetarian, so I omitted the bacon. The farofa was still delicious.


Randy Steven
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I'm allergic to bacon, so I used smoked sausage instead. It turned out great!


snte Sisay
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This recipe is a bit too bland for my taste. I would add some more salt and pepper.


Dale Louw
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my farofa didn't turn out as crispy as I would have liked.


Brayden Scott
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I'm not a big fan of farofa, but I have to admit that this recipe is pretty good.


Harmony Z
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This farofa is the perfect side dish for a summer cookout.


Josphat Kochere
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I love the addition of bacon to this farofa. It gives it a nice smoky flavor.


star burns
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making this farofa again and again.


joel cabrera
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I was skeptical about using manioc flour, but I was pleasantly surprised by how well it worked in this recipe. The farofa was light and fluffy, and it had a great flavor.


AJ Khaled
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This farofa is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I love the crispy texture and the nutty flavor.


Khanahmad Khan
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I've made this farofa recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. It's the perfect side dish for any Brazilian meal.


Zahid Sykh
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Farofa is a staple in Brazilian cuisine, and this recipe is a great introduction to this flavorful dish. The combination of toasted manioc flour, butter, and bacon is simple yet delicious.