Italian-Style Fried Farro Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Italian-Style Fried Farro is a delicious and nutritious dish made with cooked farro that is pan-fried until crispy. It is flavored with garlic, onions, and Italian herbs, giving it a savory and aromatic taste. This dish is a great alternative to traditional fried rice and can be served as a main course or a side dish. It is a perfect way to use up leftover cooked farro and is a quick and easy recipe to make.

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Ingredients for Italian-Style Fried Farro Recipe

  • 1/2 cup Cooked Farro
  • 1/2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 3/4 cloves Cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 1/4 Small Onion, Diced
  • As required Salt And Pepper To Taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Italian Herbs
  • as required Fresh Herbs For Garnish

Directions: Italian-style Fried Farro Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and diced onions and sauté until fragrant and golden brown.
  • STEP 2.Add cooked farro to the skillet and stir-fry for a few minutes until it starts to crisp up.
  • STEP 3.Season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Stir well to evenly distribute the flavors.
  • STEP 4.Continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the farro is crispy and golden brown.
  • STEP 5.Serve hot as a main course or a side dish. Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired.

Cooking Tips

  • Make sure to cook the farro until it is tender but still slightly chewy before using it in this recipe.
  • You can add other vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms to the dish for added flavor and texture.
  • For a protein-packed version, you can add cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu to the fried farro.

Storage and Serving

  • Leftover fried farro can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • To reheat, simply heat it in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through.
  • Serve the fried farro as a main course with a side of salad or roasted vegetables, or as a side dish alongside grilled meats or fish.
Nutrition
value
252
calories per serving
20 g Fat9 g Protein9 g Carbs6 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    20g
  • Protein
    9g
  • Carbs
    9g
  • Fiber
    6g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    9g
  • Protein
    9g
  • Fiber
    6g

Fats

  • Fat
    20g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    139mg
  • Iron
    3mg
  • Vitamin A
    410mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    89mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    70mg
  • Vitamin E
    2mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    82mg
  • Manganese
    2mg
  • Phosphorus
    203mg
  • Selenium
    7mcg
  • Zinc
    1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp