Crisped Farofa with Bacon and Onions

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-06 · Updated 2026-06-06

A savory toasted cassava flour side dish with crispy bacon and caramelized onions, perfect for accompanying Brazilian meats. This Brazilian-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs bacon strips, yellow onion, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 6 slices, diced bacon strips
• 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cups cassava flour (farinha de mandioca)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 6 diced bacon slices. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the bacon is crispy and fat is rendered.
2. Step 2: Add 2 tablespoons unsalted butter and 1 finely chopped medium yellow onion to the skillet with the bacon. Sauté for 6-8 minutes until the onions are golden and fragrant.
3. Step 3: Reduce heat to medium-low, then stir in 2 cups cassava flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Toast the mixture for 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently until the farofa turns golden and slightly crispy.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for a fresh finish. Serve warm alongside grilled meats or feijoada.