Brazilian Feijoada

Prep 15 min
Total 45 min
Ingredients 13
Servings 6

Feijoada (black bean stew) is as Brazilian as a dish can get. In fact, it is considered the national dish of the Carioca region of Brazil. It has a lot of ingredients which all contribute to its amazing taste. Its base consists of black beans, different kinds of meat, cold cuts and other vegetables. It is served on white rice, with slices of lemon or orange. It can also be served with finely diced cabbage, sautéed with garlic and oil. Each time I make and eat this incredible dish, I am transported to Rio de Janeiro during carnival time, with the rhythm and moves of sambas in my head and heart… and a caipirinha in my hand. One day I hope to actually go and experience Rio during carnival first hand! For now, I am content with my feijoada. MORE + LESS -

Ingredients

tablespoons oil

medium onion, diced

garlic cloves, minced

can of (cooked) black beans (1 lb)

cup of smoked lard (smoked bacon), sliced

Spanish chorizo, sliced

pork sausage, sliced

cup of smoked ham (Serrano style), sliced

green pepper, diced

red pepper, diced

bay leaf

Salt and pepper, to taste

Lemon or orange wedges, if desired

Directions

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1

Cook onion and garlic in oil for about one minute, in a large pot over medium heat.
2

Add black beans, lard, chorizo, sausage, ham, peppers, and bay leaf. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Cover pot and allow to cook over low heat for approximately 20 minutes. Make sure to stir it occasionally.
3

When it is ready, serve it over white rice. If you like you can serve it with pork rinds and lemon or orange slices.

Expert Tips

If you have some extra time, buy fresh dried black beans for the feijoada. Allow them to soak overnight approximately 12 hours), changing the water from time to time. Cook for one hour before using them.

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Feijoada (black bean stew) is as Brazilian as a dish can get. In fact, it is considered the national dish of the Carioca region of Brazil. It has a lot of ingredients which all contribute to its amazing taste. Its base consists of black beans, different kinds of meat, cold cuts and other vegetables. It is served on white rice, with slices of lemon or orange. It can also be served with finely diced cabbage, sautéed with garlic and oil. Each time I make and eat this incredible dish, I am transported to Rio de Janeiro during carnival time, with the rhythm and moves of sambas in my head and heart… and a caipirinha in my hand. One day I hope to actually go and experience Rio during carnival first hand! For now, I am content with my feijoada.