Description
Brazilian Feijoada is a rich and hearty black bean stew made with various pork cuts and sausage. Slow-cooked to perfection, this dish is traditionally served with rice, collard greens, orange slices, and farofa, making it a perfect choice for a cozy weekend family meal.
Ingredients
Black Beans:
1 lb dried black beans, soaked overnight,
Seasonings:
2 tbsp olive oil, 1 large onion (chopped), 5 cloves garlic (minced), 2 bay leaves, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp black pepper, Salt to taste,
Meat:
1 lb pork shoulder (cut into chunks), 8 oz chorizo or linguiça sausage (sliced), 1/2 lb pork ribs, 1 smoked ham hock,
Serving:
Orange slices, collard greens, farofa (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse and Soak Beans: Rinse and soak black beans overnight in water; drain before using.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven, sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic.
- Brown Meats: Add pork, sausage, ribs, and ham hock; brown on all sides.
- Add Ingredients: Stir in soaked beans, seasonings, and enough water to cover by 2 inches.
- Simmer: Boil, then simmer uncovered for 2.5 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Season and Serve: Remove bay leaves, season with salt, and serve hot with accompaniments.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg