The traditional side dish of farofa was the Indian addition, so it is indeed a blend of Brazil's cultures.

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Here, the green plantain mofongo was served as a side dish, the perfect starchy accompaniment to fried chicken or pork.

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You remove the stems from the leaves and cook everything separately (enabling the stems to retain their glorious color), then recombine all the components for a visually stunning side dish.

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In recent years, the berries have come a long way, from a holiday side dish to a year-round big business.

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Place the turkey, bone side down, in a large ceramic baking dish.

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While the manti steamed, we would make the garlicky yogurt accompaniment, which was eventually replaced by my favorite side dish: a cucumber-radish salad with a generous heap of finely chopped herbs, dressed with sour cream and salt.

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The legendary meatballs, the size of oranges but lighter than air, are served the same way, a plate of two covered in tomato sauce, and are a must have side dish or appetizer.

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Between raving recommendations for the best smoked brisket, fried catfish and grilled rib eye, I was left lusting after a lonely side dish of cheese enchiladas.

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