Description
Feijoada, Brazil’s iconic black bean stew, combines tender pork, smoky sausage, and rich seasonings for a hearty, flavorful dish. Perfectly paired with rice, Farofa, collard greens, and orange slices, it’s a celebration of Brazilian culinary heritage.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) black beans, soaked overnight
- 1 lb (450g) pork shoulder, cut into chunks
- 1/2 lb (225g) smoked sausage, sliced
- 1/4 lb (115g) bacon, diced
- 1/4 lb (115g) dried beef or carne seca, soaked and rinsed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 orange, zest removed and halved
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Sides:
- 3 cups cooked white rice
- 2 cups sautéed collard greens
- 1 cup Farofa (toasted cassava flour)
- Fresh orange slices
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients:
- Soak black beans overnight and drain before cooking.
- Soak dried beef to remove excess salt.
- Cook Aromatics:
- Heat oil in a large pot and sauté garlic, onion, and bay leaves until fragrant.
- Simmer the Stew:
- Add beans, pork, sausage, bacon, and dried beef.
- Cover with water and simmer on low heat for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Adjust Seasoning:
- Add salt, pepper, and orange zest halfway through cooking.
- Prepare Sides:
- While the stew cooks, prepare the rice, collard greens, and Farofa.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve Feijoada hot with the sides and garnish with orange slices.
Notes
- Use a pressure cooker to cut down cooking time.
- Adjust the spice level with hot sauce or smoked paprika.
- Make Feijoada ahead of time—it tastes even better the next day!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Brazilian
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