Name: Brazilian Feijoada: Hearty Sunday Bean Stew
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 3 h 7 min
Total time: 3 h 52 min
Yield: 10
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 8 quarts water, divided; 2 pounds dried black beans, rinsed; 4 bay leaves; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 1 pound dried beef, cut into pieces; 0.5 pound smoked pork ribs; 2 unsalted pig's feet; 1 smoked sausage, cut into pieces; 1 pound spicy sausage, cut into pieces; 0.5 pound bacon, cut into large pieces; 0.25 pound pork belly, cut in half; 1 unsalted pig's ear, cut into thirds; 2 unsalted pig's tails; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 0.5 pound bacon, cut into small pieces; 2 onions, finely chopped; 2 bunches fresh parsley, finely chopped

Embark on a culinary journey to Brazil with this hearty and soul-satisfying Sunday Bean Stew. A symphony of black beans, smoked meats, and aromatic spices simmered to perfection, this Feijoada is a true celebration of flavor and tradition. Serve with fluffy white rice and vibrant collard greens for an authentic Brazilian feast.

Follow The Directions

01

Step

50 mins

In a large saucepan, combine 6 quarts of water, black beans, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 50 minutes, or until beans are tender but not mushy.

02

Step

25 mins

In a separate large saucepan, bring the remaining 2 quarts of water to a boil. Add the dried beef, pork ribs, and pig's feet. Simmer for approximately 25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

03

Step

25 mins

Introduce the smoked sausage, spicy sausage, large bacon pieces, pork belly, pig's ear, and pig's tails to the meat mixture. Continue to simmer for another 25 minutes, until the meats are tender and infused with flavor.

04

Step

45 mins

Gently incorporate the meat mixture into the simmering bean mixture. Allow the stew to simmer for 45 minutes, allowing the flavors to harmonize and deepen.

05

Step

1 mins

In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 45 seconds. Transfer the garlic to the bean mixture.

06

Step

7 mins

Add the small bacon pieces to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden and crisp, about 2 minutes. Introduce the chopped onions and cook until softened and lightly browned, approximately 5 minutes. Stir in the finely chopped parsley.

07

Step

25 mins

Fold the onion mixture into the bean mixture and simmer for a final 25 minutes, allowing the flavors to fully develop and meld together. Transfer the meat mixture to a serving dish and the beans to a separate serving dish.