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Smoky Brazilian Churrasco with Farofa

This traditional Brazilian barbecue pairs mouthwatering grilled meats with a flavorful cassava flour accompaniment known as Farofa.

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·By Troy·
Smoky Brazilian Churrasco with Farofa
Prep
1 h 40 min
Cook
5 h
Difficulty
Intermediate
Serves
6

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Meats

  1. 1

    Combine Marinade Ingredients

    In a large bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.

  2. 2

    Coat the Meats

    Add the beef picanha, pork sausage, and chicken thighs to the bowl, ensuring they are thoroughly coated with the marinade.

  3. 3

    Refrigerate

    Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.

    Tip: Marinate overnight for enhanced flavor.

Preparing the Farofa

  1. 1

    Cook the Bacon

    In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and cook the diced bacon until crispy.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Onion

    Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until golden brown.

  3. 3

    Toast the Cassava Flour

    Stir in the cassava flour, season with salt and pepper, and cook until the flour is lightly toasted.

    Tip: Stir continuously to avoid burning.

How to Make Smoky Brazilian Churrasco with Farofa

Total time: 6 h 40 min · Yields 6 servings

  1. 1

    Grilling the Meats

    Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and cook each type of meat until done.

  2. 2

    Resting the Meats

    Let the grilled meats rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

  3. 3

    Toasting the Farofa

    If needed, rewarm and briefly toast the farofa over medium heat before serving.

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