Feijoada (Brazilian Black Bean Stew)

Feijoada (Brazilian Black Bean Stew)

Feijoada is a traditional Brazilian black bean stew with rich flavors that's famous in Brazil. This version gets rave reviews! Additional meats may be added.

Prep Time
510 min
Cook Time
150 min
Total Time
660 min
Servings
8

Instructions

  1. 1

    {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Gather all ingredients.'}

  2. 2

    {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven. Add 3/4 cup chopped onion, green onions, and garlic; cook and stir until softened, about 4 minutes.'}

  3. 3

    {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Pour in soaked beans and fill with enough water to cover beans by 3 inches. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer uncovered for 2 hours, or until tender.'}

  4. 4

    {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'While beans are cooking, place ham hocks in a smaller pot with 1/4 cup chopped onion.'}

  5. 5

    {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Cover with water and simmer until meat pulls off of the bone easily, about 1 hour.'}

  6. 6

    {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Drain and add to beans. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).'}

  7. 7

    {'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Place ham, bacon, and remaining onion in a baking dish. Bake until mixture is crispy, 15 minutes.'}

  8. 8

    {'id': 'step_7', 'step': 8, 'text': 'Drain bacon and ham mixture and add to beans. Season with bay leaves, coriander, salt, and pepper. Simmer, uncovered, 30 minutes more.'}

  9. 9

    {'id': 'step_8', 'step': 9, 'text': 'Stir in chopped cilantro and parsley just before serving.'}

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (8 servings total)

381
Calories
24 g
Protein
31 g
Carbs
18 g
Fat
8 g
Fiber
450 mg
Sodium
Source: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/139208/feijoada-brazilian-black-bean-stew/
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