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Hearty Brazilian Black Bean Stew with Smoky Meats

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Hearty Brazilian Black Bean Stew, also known as Feijoada, is a rich and flavorful dish made with black beans simmered slowly with a variety of smoky meats and spices. It’s a traditional Brazilian comfort food often served with rice, orange slices, and greens.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups dried black beans, soaked overnight and drained
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 oz chorizo or linguiça sausage, sliced
  • 8 oz smoked pork shoulder or ham hock
  • 6 oz bacon, chopped
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 6 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth
  • Chopped cilantro and orange slices for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium heat. Add chopped bacon and cook until crispy. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add onion and garlic, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5 more minutes.
  4. Return bacon to the pot and add the soaked black beans, smoked pork, bay leaf, smoked paprika, cumin, and broth or water.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the beans and meats are tender. Stir occasionally and add more water if needed.
  6. Remove the pork shoulder or ham hock, shred the meat, and return it to the pot. Discard any bones or excess fat.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro and orange slices if desired.

Notes

  • Soaking the beans overnight helps reduce cooking time and improve texture.
  • Traditionally served with white rice, collard greens, and orange wedges to balance the richness.
  • Can be made a day ahead — it tastes even better after the flavors meld overnight.

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