Farofa de Bacon

Farofa de Bacon is a savory Brazilian side dish made with toasted cassava flour and crispy bacon, delivering a delightful crunch and rich flavor. This keto-friendly version is perfect for those seeking to enjoy traditional Brazilian cuisine while keeping their carb intake low.

Ingredients

• Bacon - 100 grams
• Butter - 30 grams
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped (about 50 grams)
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cassava flour (farinha de mandioca) - 100 grams
• Chopped parsley - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.
2. Add butter to the skillet with the bacon fat and melt it over medium heat.
3. Sauté the chopped onion in the melted butter until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
5. Reduce the heat to low and gradually stir in the cassava flour, mixing well until the flour is fully coated in the fat.
6. Cook the mixture for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently until the flour is lightly toasted and golden.
7. Return the crispy bacon to the skillet, add chopped parsley, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix well.
8. Remove from heat and serve immediately as a side dish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 27 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 28 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in healthy fats, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.
• Contains protein from bacon, which can help with muscle maintenance.

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