Farofa

Name: Farofa
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Brazilian
Ingredients: 4 tbsp unsalted butter; 1 cup smoked sausage, diced; 1 yellow onion, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 cups coarse cassava flour; 1/2 tsp fine salt; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

A traditional Brazilian side dish of toasted cassava flour cooked with melted butter, aromatics, and savory smoked sausage. It offers a smoky, crunchy texture that complements grilled meats and stews.

25 minEasyServes 6240 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 tbsp unsalted butter
1 cup smoked sausage, diced
1 yellow onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups coarse cassava flour
1/2 tsp fine salt
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1

Melt 4 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
2

Add 1 cup diced smoked sausage and cook until browned and reaching an internal temperature of 160°F, about 5 minutes.
3

Add 1 diced yellow onion and 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for 3 minutes until softened.
4

Reduce heat to low, stir in 2 cups coarse cassava flour and 1/2 tsp fine salt, and toast continuously for 5 to 7 minutes until golden brown.
5

Remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Questions

Can I make Farofa dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in this entry is 4 tbsp unsalted butter. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

How long does Farofa keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Farofa?

Yes. As written it serves 6. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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