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Feijoada

Feijoada
Brazil
⏱ — min. Serves: —

Ingredients

  • 1 lb black beans, soaked overnight and drained
  • 1/2 lb pork shoulder, cut into chunks
  • 1/2 lb chorizo sausage, sliced
  • 1/2 lb smoked sausage, sliced
  • 1/4 lb bacon, chopped
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • 4 cups chicken broth or water
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes (canned or fresh)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
  • For Serving:
  • Cooked white rice
  • Orange slices
  • Chopped fresh parsley
  • Pickled vegetables (optional)

Instructions

Cook the Beans

In a large pot or Dutch oven, add the soaked black beans and cover with water.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 1 hour, or until the beans are tender. Drain and set aside.

Prepare the Meat

In the same pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Add the chopped bacon and cook until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the fat in the pot.

Add the pork shoulder chunks and cook until browned on all sides.

Stir in the chorizo, smoked sausage, onion, and garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent and the sausages are lightly browned.

Add Vegetables and Spices

Stir in the chopped carrots, red bell pepper, and chopped tomatoes.

Add the bay leaves, paprika, ground cumin, black pepper, and salt.

Combine and Simmer

Return the drained black beans and crispy bacon to the pot.

Pour in the chicken broth or water, and stir to combine.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1-2 hours, or until the meat is tender and the flavors have melded together.

Serve

Remove the bay leaves before serving.

Enjoy your meal!