Farofa
Toasted cassava flour with crisp bacon and onion, the crunchy sprinkle every Brazilian barbecue needs.
- Time15 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.56 a head
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
Fry the bacon in a large frying pan for 6 minutes until crisp. Lift it out and leave the fat in the pan.
6 min - 2
Add the oil and the onion and cook for 5 minutes until soft. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
6 min - 3
Turn the heat to medium and add the cassava flour a handful at a time, stirring all the time.
- 4
Toast for 4 to 5 minutes until the flour smells nutty and turns light golden.
5 min - 5
Stir in the bacon, parsley and pepper. Serve warm in a bowl at the table so everyone can sprinkle it over their meat and beans.
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