Feijoada-Inspired Black Bean and Pork Stew with Orange Zest
A hearty Brazilian black bean stew featuring tender pork cuts and a hint of bright orange zest for traditional depth and warmth. This brazilian-inspired pork ready in about 150 minutes pairs ounces, diced bacon, large, diced onion, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 6, 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
- 2 cups dried, soaked overnight and drained black beans
- 1 pound, cut into 1-inch cubes pork shoulder
- 8 ounces, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds smoked sausage (like linguiça)
- 4 ounces, diced bacon
- 1 large, diced onion
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 2 bay leaves
- 1, zest and juice separated orange
- 6 cups water or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped, for garnish fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Add 4 ounces diced bacon and cook for 5 minutes until crispy and fat rendered.
- Step 2: Add 1 pound cubed pork shoulder and 8 ounces sliced smoked sausage to the pot. Brown the meats on all sides for 7-8 minutes.
- Step 3: Stir in 1 large diced onion and 4 minced garlic cloves, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 4 minutes.
- Step 4: Add 2 cups soaked and drained black beans, 2 bay leaves, zest of 1 orange, and 6 cups water or chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 1.5 to 2 hours until beans and pork are tender.
- Step 5: Stir in juice of 1 orange, season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove bay leaves.
- Step 6: Serve the stew hot, garnished with 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley and accompanied by steamed white rice or collard greens.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Feijoada-Inspired Black Bean and Pork Stew with Orange Zest take to make?
Total time is about 150 minutes (30 min prep + 120 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 Feijoada-Inspired Black Bean and Pork Stew with Orange Zest?
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 ounces, diced bacon from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Feijoada-Inspired Black Bean and Pork Stew with Orange Zest?
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 Feijoada-Inspired Black Bean and Pork Stew with Orange Zest for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Feijoada-Inspired Black Bean and Pork Stew with Orange Zest?
Brazilian pork 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.
