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Feijoada

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Feijoada is a traditional Brazilian stew made with black beans and a variety of pork cuts, simmered slowly for rich, deep flavor. It’s typically served with rice, collard greens, orange slices, and farofa (toasted cassava flour).

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups dried black beans, soaked overnight and drained
  • 1 lb pork shoulder, cut into chunks
  • 1/2 lb chorizo or smoked sausage, sliced
  • 1/2 lb pork ribs or bacon, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Water or chicken broth, as needed
  • Optional: 1 orange, halved (to reduce richness during cooking)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until soft and fragrant.
  2. Add pork shoulder, sausage, and pork ribs or bacon. Brown the meat for 5–7 minutes.
  3. Stir in soaked beans, bay leaves, and optional halved orange. Add enough water or broth to cover the contents by 2 inches.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, for 2–3 hours until beans and meats are tender. Stir occasionally and add water if needed.
  5. Remove orange halves and bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve hot with steamed white rice, sautéed collard greens, orange slices, and farofa.

Notes

  • Use a pressure cooker or Instant Pot to reduce cooking time significantly.
  • Feijoada tastes even better the next day—perfect for meal prep or leftovers.
  • Swap meats based on availability—beef or smoked turkey are also used in some variations.

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