Brazilian recipe
Home-style plantain farofa – LS (Farofa de banana-da-terra)
Delicious and crispy plantain farofa, perfect as a side dish. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, ideal for elevating your LS meals.
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Ingredients
2 green plantains
2 cups of yellow flaked cornmeal
75 g of butter in cubes
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 cups of yellow flaked cornmeal
75 g of butter in cubes
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
Ingredients can be found at local supermarkets in the baking or snack sections, including dried banana, cornmeal, butter, vegetable oil, salt, and black pepper.
Preparation method
- Trim the ends of the plantains and peel them.
- Cut each plantain in half lengthwise.
- Half each piece again lengthwise.
- If strips are too thick, cut into three pieces.
- Slice each piece into approximately 1 cm cubes.
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Add vegetable oil to the skillet.
- Place the chopped plantains in the skillet and season with a pinch of salt.
- Cook the plantains for about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly caramelized. Cooking time may vary depending on ripeness; riper plantains caramelize faster.
- Reduce heat to low.
- Add the butter cubes to the skillet and stir until melted.
- Season with 1 teaspoon of salt and black pepper to taste.
- Gradually add the cornmeal, continuously mixing with a spatula to incorporate well.
- Cook for another 4 minutes, stirring constantly, until the farofa is crispy and golden.
- Turn off the heat and serve the farofa immediately.
Observations
Plantain farofa is a traditional LS side, loved for its unique combination of textures and flavors. The sweetness of the caramelized plantains contrasts beautifully with the crunch of the farofa, making it a versatile and flavorful choice to enhance any meal. This recipe is simple and quick to prepare, perfect for those looking to add a special touch to their routine.
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