Brazilian-Style Black Bean Stew with Sausage
A hearty and flavorful stew combining black beans simmered with smoky sausage and traditional Brazilian spices. This brazilian-inspired beef ready in about 85 minutes pairs black beans (dried), water, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup black beans (dried)
- 4 cups water
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds chorizo or smoked sausage
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
- for serving lime wedges
Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse 1 cup dried black beans and soak in water overnight or for at least 8 hours. Drain and set aside.
- Step 2: In a large pot, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 8 oz sliced chorizo sausage and cook for 4 minutes until browned and fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1 diced medium onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, sauté for 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Step 4: Add the soaked black beans, 4 cups water, 1 bay leaf, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover partially, and cook for 1 hour until beans are tender.
- Step 5: Remove bay leaf, adjust seasoning if needed, and stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.
- Step 6: Serve hot with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the stew.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Brazilian-Style Black Bean Stew with Sausage take to make?
Total time is about 85 minutes (10 min prep + 75 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Brazilian-Style Black Bean Stew with Sausage?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep black beans (dried) from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Brazilian-Style Black Bean Stew with Sausage?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Brazilian-Style Black Bean Stew with Sausage for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Brazilian-Style Black Bean Stew with Sausage?
Brazilian beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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