Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Brazilian
Brazilian Feijoada is a traditional dish that's perfect for a leisurely weekend meal. This hearty and flavorful stew is a mix of black beans, smoked sausage, and various cuts of pork, creating a rich and savory comfort food experience that's bound to impress your guests.
TIME
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 2 hours
Total: 2 hours 20 minutes
SERVINGS
Servings: 6
Calories: 450 per serving
DIET
Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 1 lb black beans, dried
- 1 lb pork shoulder, cut into cubes
- 1 lb bacon, chopped
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tbsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Rinse the black beans and place them in a large pot with enough water to cover by a few inches. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer partially-covered for 1-2 hours, or until the beans are tender.
- 2. In a separate large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until it turns golden brown and releases its fat. Add the pork shoulder and smoked sausage, and cook until the meats are browned.
- 3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook until softened. Stir in the cumin, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
- 4. Transfer the cooked black beans to the pot with the meats and onions. Simmer the feijoada for another 30-40 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the stew to thicken.
- 5. Serve the feijoada hot alongside white rice, collard greens, and orange slices.
Cooking Notes
- Feijoada can be made a day in advance as the flavors develop and improve with time.
Beer, Wine, Cocktail Pairings
- Beer Pairing: Try pairing with a Brazilian dark lager or a malty amber ale to complement the richness of the dish.
- Wine Pairing: A robust and fruity red like a Brazilian Malbec or a Rioja from Spain would pair wonderfully with the meaty and savory flavors of the feijoada.
- Cocktail Pairing: To balance the flavors, consider serving a Caipirinha, the national cocktail of Brazil, alongside your feijoada feast.
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