Picanha com Farofa

Picanha com Farofa is a traditional Brazilian dish that showcases succulent beef picanha paired with a flavorful toasted manioc flour mixture known as farofa. This high-protein snack is perfect for sharing and offers a delightful combination of textures and tastes.

Picanha com Farofa
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Brazilian
600 kcal

Ingredients

  • Picanha - 400 grams
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Onion - 1 small, chopped
  • Manioc flour - 100 grams
  • Butter - 2 tablespoons
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

  1. Preheat a grill or a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Season the picanha with salt and black pepper on both sides.
  3. Place the picanha on the grill or skillet, cooking for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness is reached.
  4. Remove the picanha from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain.
  5. In a separate skillet, heat the butter over medium heat and add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
  6. Stir in the manioc flour and cook, stirring constantly, until it turns golden brown and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.
  7. Season the farofa with salt and mix in the chopped parsley.
  8. Serve the sliced picanha alongside the farofa, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 600
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Carbs: 40 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 500 mg
  • Cholesterol: 120 mg
  • Total Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
  • Contains healthy fats that can promote heart health.

Tags

BrazilianHigh ProteinSnack