Start by cooking the chopped bacon in a large pan over medium heat until it becomes crispy and the fat has rendered out. Once done, remove the bacon and set it aside, but keep the bacon fat in the pan.
Add butter to the pan along with the bacon fat and melt them together.
Next, sauté the onions and garlic in the melted fats until they turn translucent and release their aromatic flavors, about 5 minutes.
Stir in paprika, black pepper, and Goya seasoning to infuse the dish with a burst of flavor. Adjust the seasonings according to your personal taste.
Gradually sprinkle in the cassava flour while stirring continuously. The flour should evenly toast and absorb the delicious flavors of the bacon, aromatics, and seasonings.
Continue cooking and stirring for approximately 5 minutes or until the mixture takes on a golden brown hue with a crumbly texture.
Add the crispy bacon back into the pan, making sure to mix it well with the farofa.
Chop fresh parsley and scallions and fold them into the farofa for a delightful pop of color and a touch of freshness.
If you have any additional ingredients, such as olives, eggs, or vegetables, now is the perfect time to incorporate them into the mixture.
Taste the farofa and season it with salt as needed, keeping in mind the additional saltiness from the bacon and seasonings.
Enjoy your homemade Farofa as a warm and delicious side dish or even as a standalone meal with the addition of some vegetables.