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Banana Farofa

Farofa is a traditional Brazilian side dish made with toasted cassava flour, also known as farinha de mandioca. This versatile dish can be served as a savory side or a sweeter accompaniment.

In Rio de Janeiro, a popular favorite is Banana Farofa. The first time my friends and I tried this dish, we loved it even more than the classic Farofa. It is warm, slightly soft, and nearly melt-in-your-mouth, with a toasty note from the Farofa flour.

Made with ripe bananas, coconut butter, and a dash of cinnamon, this mildly sweet variant is quick and easy to prepare. It makes a delicious accompaniment to your main course or a perfectly sweet snack on its own.

The crumbly texture pairs beautifully with a plate of rice and beans. You can also add any vegetable or fruit of your choice to customize the farofa to your liking.

For a savory variant with lots of veggies and grated coconut, try out this ‘Especial Farofa recipe.

Banana Farofa

Serves: 5
Prep Time: 5 minutes Cooking Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoon coconut butter
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder
  • 3 bananas, sliced into half-inch-thick pieces
  • 250 grams toasted farofa flour (cassava flour)
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1

Melt the coconut butter in a wok or pan over medium heat.

2

Add the cinnamon powder and sauté for a few seconds.

3

Add the sliced bananas and toss lightly for a couple of minutes until they turn golden brown.

4

Once the bananas are golden brown, add the toasted farofa flour and salt. Fold everything together gently to avoid making the bananas mushy, and cook for 2 minutes.

5

Transfer the farofa to a serving dish and serve hot!

Nutrition

  • 292.7 Calories
  • 53.8g Carbohydrates
  • 0.0mg Cholesterol
  • 6.6g Fat
  • 4.0g Fiber
  • 1.2g Protein
  • 460.0mg Sodium
  • 0.0g Trans fat

Notes

The secret to this dish is using high-quality butter. Coconut butter is not only vegan but also lends a mildly sweet, coconut flavor to the dish.

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