Brazilian Cuisine
Crispy Cassava Crumb with Herbs
This crispy cassava crumb with herbs (a classic Brazilian farofa) is a quick and effective texturizing topping designed to instantly elevate everyday home cooking. At its core is toasted cassava flour, which develops a deep golden hue and a wonderful crunch. Rich butter adds a savory depth, while a blend of fresh parsley, scallions, and a pinch of dried oregano fills it with a vibrant herbaceous aroma. This topping perfectly complements the tender texture of baked fish, fluffy rice, and stewed beans, adding contrast and completeness to your meals.
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Recipe overview
- Total time
- 15 min
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cooking
- 10 min
- Servings
- 6
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Cuisine
- Brazilian Cuisine
Nutrition
per serving
- Calories
- 120 kcal
- Protein
- 1 g
- Fat
- 6 g
- Carbs
- 16 g
- Fiber
- 1 g
Step by step
Method
- 01
Finely mince the onion
Finely mince the onion. Rinse the parsley and green onions, dry them completely with paper towels, and chop them finely.
- 02
Melt the butter with the olive oil in a deep skillet over med…
Melt the butter with the olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat to prevent the butter from burning.
- 03
Add the minced onion to the skillet and sauté, stirring occas…
Add the minced onion to the skillet and sauté, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes until soft and translucent.
- 04
Reduce the heat to low and gradually pour in the cassava flour
Reduce the heat to low and gradually pour in the cassava flour. Stir immediately and vigorously so the flour absorbs the oil evenly.
- 05
Toast the cassava on low heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring…
Toast the cassava on low heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring constantly, until it turns a light golden color and becomes dry and crunchy.
- 06
Remove the skillet from the heat
Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and all the chopped fresh herbs, mixing well to release the aromas.
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Useful advice
Cooking tip
Stir the cassava flour continuously while toasting, as it can burn in a matter of seconds if left unattended.
How to serve
Sprinkle the crumbs over hot fish, beans, or rice dishes right before serving to maintain its signature crunch.
How to store
Store the cooled farofa in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for a week. Refresh in a dry pan before serving if needed.
Note
For a vegan-friendly version, simply replace the butter with high-quality olive or coconut oil.
