yunggunna
Culinary Explorer
Olá, food enthusiasts! Get ready to savor the hearty flavors of Brazil with this Brazilian-Inspired Feijoada. This fusion dish is a rich and flavorful stew made with black beans, smoked meats, and aromatic spices, creating a comforting and satisfying meal that's perfect for sharing with family and friends. Serve this delicious feijoada with white rice, orange slices, and farofa (toasted cassava flour) for an authentic Brazilian dining experience. Let's dive in and elevate your dinner table with this delicious fusion creation!
Ingredients:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound dried black beans, soaked overnight
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
- 1/2 pound smoked bacon, chopped
- 1/2 pound smoked ham, cubed
- 1 pound pork shoulder, cubed
- 1 pound beef brisket, cubed
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 cups water
- 1 orange, sliced (for serving)
- Farofa (toasted cassava flour), for serving
- Cooked white rice, for serving
- Drain the soaked black beans and rinse them under cold water. Set aside.
- In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add bay leaf, sliced smoked sausage, chopped smoked bacon, cubed smoked ham, cubed pork shoulder, and cubed beef brisket to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the meats are browned and caramelized, about 10-12 minutes.
- Add the soaked black beans to the pot, along with 4 cups of water. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beans and meats are tender and the stew has thickened.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
- Remove the bay leaf from the feijoada before serving.
- Serve the Brazilian-Inspired Feijoada hot, accompanied by cooked white rice, orange slices, and farofa.
- Enjoy your hearty and flavorful feijoada, a delicious fusion of Brazilian flavors that will transport you to the vibrant streets of Rio de Janeiro with every bite!