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Brazilian Feijoada

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A traditional Brazilian black bean stew with pork, beef, and sausages, slow-cooked to create a rich, hearty dish often served with rice, collard greens, and orange slices.

Ingredients

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  • 500g dried black beans
  • 200g pork shoulder, cut into chunks
  • 200g pork ribs
  • 150g chorizo or smoked sausage, sliced
  • 100g bacon, chopped
  • 200g beef (such as brisket or stew meat), cut into chunks
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Water, as needed
  • Orange slices (for serving)
  • Cooked white rice (for serving)
  • Sautéed collard greens (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Soak the black beans in plenty of water overnight. Drain before cooking.
  2. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until crispy.
  3. Add the pork shoulder, pork ribs, beef chunks, and sausage. Brown the meats on all sides.
  4. Stir in the onion and garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant.
  5. Add the soaked beans, bay leaves, and enough water to cover everything by a few inches.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2–3 hours, stirring occasionally and adding water if needed, until beans are tender and meat is falling apart.
  7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  8. Serve hot with white rice, sautéed collard greens, and fresh orange slices.

Notes

  • For a more authentic flavor, use a variety of smoked pork cuts such as pig’s ears, trotters, or tail.
  • Feijoada tastes even better the next day after the flavors have melded.
  • You can cook this in a pressure cooker to reduce cooking time to about 40–50 minutes.

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Keywords: feijoada, brazilian stew, black bean stew, pork and beans, brazilian cuisine

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