Brazilian recipe
Simple Fried Plantain Farofa
A delicious, crispy and savoury fried plantain farofa recipe. Easy to prepare and quick, perfect as a side dish for your main meals.
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Ingredients
2 green plantains
2 cups yellow flaked maize meal
75 g butter, cubed
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 cups yellow flaked maize meal
75 g butter, cubed
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
Green plantains and yellow maize meal can be found at local markets or major grocery stores in the flour or cereal aisles; vegetable oil and butter are available in all supermarkets.
Preparation method
- Trim the ends of the plantains and peel them
- Cut each plantain in half lengthwise
- Cut each half in half again lengthwise
- If the strips are too thick, cut them into three parts
- Slice each piece into approximately 1 cm cubes
- Heat a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat
- Add the oil to the pan
- Place the cubed plantains in the pan and season with a pinch of salt
- Brown the plantains for about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly caramelised; the timing may vary depending on the ripeness of the plantains
- Lower the heat
- Add the butter cubes to the pan and stir until completely melted
- Season with 1 teaspoon of salt and black pepper to taste
- Add the maize meal gradually, mixing continuously with a spatula to incorporate well
- Cook for a further 4 minutes, stirring constantly, until the farofa is crispy and well-toasted
- Remove from the heat and serve the farofa immediately
Observations
This fried plantain farofa is a traditional side dish, loved for its unique combination of textures and flavours. The sweetness of the caramelised plantain contrasts beautifully with the crunch of the toasted cornmeal, making it a versatile and tasty option to brighten up any meal. This recipe is simple and quick to prepare, ideal for adding a special touch to your daily cooking.
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