Feijoada: Traditional Brazilian Black Bean Stew

How to Make Feijoada: Traditional Brazilian Black Bean Stew at Home

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Ingredients

• 1 lb black beans
• 2 lb pork shoulder
• 4 oz beef jerky
• 8 oz chorizo
• 2 leaf bay leaves
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 large onion
• 1 large orange
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 6 cups water
• 2 cups white rice
• 1 cup fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak the black beans in water overnight or for at least 8 hours.

2. 2

   In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Cut the pork shoulder into large chunks and add to the pot. Sear on all sides for about 10 minutes.

4. 4

   Slice the chorizo and add it to the pot along with the beef jerky, bay leaves, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.

5. 5

   Drain the soaked black beans and add them to the pot. Pour in 6 cups of water.

6. 6

   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Simmer for 2 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender and the meat is falling apart.

7. 7

   Prepare white rice according to package instructions while the stew is cooking.

8. 8

   Once the stew is ready, remove the bay leaves and adjust seasoning if necessary.

9. 9

   Serve the feijoada hot over rice, garnished with fresh cilantro and orange slices on the side.