Vegan Brazilian Farofa
Elevate your plant-based dining experience with Vegan Brazilian Farofa, a delightful side dish brimming with bold flavors and satisfying textures. This vibrant recipe transforms traditional farofa into a vegan delight by toasting nutrient-rich cassava flour with fresh vegetables like grated carrot and diced red bell pepper, seasoned to perfection with smoked paprika and garlic. The final touch of sliced green onions and fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness to this gluten-free Brazilian staple. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this farofa is a versatile companion to any main dish or the perfect addition to a festive spread. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or cooking for the family, this plant-based twist on Brazil’s beloved side dish is sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams Cassava flour
- 60 ml Olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 medium, grated Carrot
- 1 small, diced Red bell pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 2 stalks, sliced Green onions
- 30 grams, chopped Fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the finely chopped onion and cook until the onion turns translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
Step 2
Add the minced garlic to the skillet, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 3
Stir in the grated carrot and diced red bell pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
Step 4
Sprinkle in the cassava flour, stirring well to coat all vegetables evenly and ensuring there are no lumps.
Step 5
Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika, continuing to stir as the cassava flour begins to toast.
Step 6
Keep stirring the mixture frequently to prevent the cassava flour from burning, for about 10 minutes, until the flour turns golden and crispy.
Step 7
Once the farofa is toasted to your liking, remove from heat and stir in the sliced green onions and chopped parsley.
Step 8
Adjust seasoning if needed, serve warm as a side to accompany your favorite main dishes.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (646.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1353.5 |
| Total Fat 59.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2458.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 194.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 21.5g | |
| Protein 9.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 213.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1580.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories