Brazilian Bacon Farofa
Brazilian Bacon Farofa: a comforting side with bacon, eggs, and cassava flour. Perfect for special occasions or bringing warmth to family meals!
Equipment
- large nonstick skillet
Ingredients
- 5 slices of bacon diced
- 1 farmer sausage chopped optional
- 5 eggs
- ½ a large yellow onion chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 ½ cups cassava flour farinha de mandioca
- Parsley chopped, for garnish
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large nonstick skillet. Scramble the eggs gently—you want them soft, not dry! Set them aside.
- In the same pan, fry the bacon and sausage (if using) until golden and crispy. Set them aside too.
- Add the onions to the pan and cook until they’re soft and translucent.
- Toss in the cassava flour, the remaining butter, and a pinch of salt. Stir constantly for 2–4 minutes to toast the flour lightly.
- Mix the eggs, bacon, and sausage back into the pan. Stir everything together, sprinkle with parsley, and serve!
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Notes
Servings: This recipe serves 6 as a side dish.
Calories per Serving: Approximately 220 calories per serving. Note: The calorie count can vary depending on the type and amount of bacon, sausage, and butter used. For a lighter version, you can adjust these ingredients, but keep in mind the flavor might change slightly! This is just a very rough estimate.
Calories per Serving: Approximately 220 calories per serving. Note: The calorie count can vary depending on the type and amount of bacon, sausage, and butter used. For a lighter version, you can adjust these ingredients, but keep in mind the flavor might change slightly! This is just a very rough estimate.
Nutrition
Calories: 221kcal
