Brazilian recipe
Crunchy plantain farofa (Farofa de banana-da-terra)
Crunchy plantain farofa is a flavourful Brazilian side dish with lightly caramelised plantain and golden corn flour.
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Ingredients
2 green plantains
2 cups yellow flaked corn flour
75 g butter, cubed
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 cups yellow flaked corn flour
75 g butter, cubed
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
Plantains can be found in wet markets, fruit stalls and larger supermarkets. Flaked corn flour, butter, oil, salt and pepper may be found in supermarkets or speciality/international food shops. If flaked yellow corn flour is unavailable, use a similar coarse cornmeal as a substitute, keeping the original as ideal.
Preparation method
- Cut the ends off 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 of plantain into cubes of about 1 cm
- Heat a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat
- Add the oil to the frying pan
- Place the chopped plantains in the frying pan and season with a pinch of salt
- Brown the plantains for about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly caramelised. The time may vary depending on the ripeness of the plantain; riper plantains brown faster
- Lower the heat
- Add the cubes of butter to the frying pan and stir until completely melted
- Season with 1 teaspoon salt and black pepper to taste
- Add the corn flour little by little, stirring constantly with a spatula to incorporate well
- Cook for another 4 minutes, stirring all the time, until the farofa is crunchy and well golden
- Turn off the heat and serve the farofa immediately
Observations
Plantain farofa is a traditional Brazilian side dish, appreciated for its unique mix of textures and flavours. The sweetness of caramelised plantain contrasts beautifully with the crunch of the farofa, making it a versatile and tasty way to lift any meal. This recipe is simple and quick to prepare, perfect for adding something special to everyday food.
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