Crispy Farro Cakes
By using a little egg and a touch of finely grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese instead of a breadcrumb binder, I was able to make farro cakes that didn't fall apart in the skillet. The key is letting the first side cook until a well-browned, crispy surface forms, then you can flip them.
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Cook's Note:
A 2-inch square of real Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese grated on a microplane will yield about 3/4 cup.
I topped mine with crème fraiche and golden trout roe, but there are so many other ways you could serve these farro cakes: as a base for eggs Benedict or, with the addition of grated Cheddar and apple, served with pork chops.
Editor's Note:
We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. Amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.