Brazilian-Style Black Bean Stew with Smoked Sausage and Collard Greens
Hearty black bean stew simmered with smoked sausage, garlic, and tender collard greens for a comforting Brazilian-inspired meal. This brazilian-inspired slow cooker ready in about 115 minutes pairs dried black beans, medium, diced onion, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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 dried black beans
- 8 oz, sliced 1/2 inch thick smoked sausage (chorizo or kielbasa)
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 5 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 4 cups, chopped collard greens
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 5 cups water
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse 1 cup dried black beans and soak in water for at least 4 hours or overnight. Drain before cooking.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium diced onion and 5 minced garlic cloves, sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 8 oz sliced smoked sausage and cook for an additional 5 minutes until browned.
- Step 4: Add the soaked black beans, 5 cups water, 1 bay leaf, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 1 to 1 1/2 hours until beans are tender.
- Step 5: Stir in 4 cups chopped collard greens and cook for 10 more minutes until greens are wilted and tender.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and stir in 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar. Adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve warm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Brazilian-Style Black Bean Stew with Smoked Sausage and Collard Greens take to make?
Total time is about 115 minutes (15 min prep + 100 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 Smoked Sausage and Collard Greens?
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 dried black beans from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Brazilian-Style Black Bean Stew with Smoked Sausage and Collard Greens?
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 Smoked Sausage and Collard Greens 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 Smoked Sausage and Collard Greens?
Brazilian slow cooker 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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