Farofa (Toasted Cassava Flour)

Method

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1. 1Melt the butter with the olive oil in a wide pan over medium heat. If using beef bacon, cook it for 2-3 minutes until the edges crisp.
2. 2Add the onion and cook for 5-6 minutes until soft and starting to turn golden. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
3. 3Add the cassava flour gradually, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon so it's evenly coated in the fat.
4. 4Toast over medium-low heat, stirring without stopping, for 6-8 minutes. It's ready when the flour is light golden, smells nutty and feels sandy and crisp.
5. 5Stir in the salt, take off the heat and mix in the parsley.
6. 6Serve warm or at room temperature, sprinkled over feijoada, moqueca, grilled meats or rice.