Feijoada-Inspired Black Bean Stew with Pork Sausage and Greens
A hearty Brazilian-style black bean stew enriched with smoky pork sausage and sautéed collard greens, perfect for a comforting meal. This brazilian-inspired pork ready in about 95 minutes pairs dried black beans, water, tablespoons olive oil 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
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 ounces smoked pork sausage, sliced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- 4 cups collard greens, chopped
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse 1 cup dried black beans and soak in water for at least 4 hours or overnight. Drain.
- Step 2: In a large pot, add soaked black beans and 4 cups fresh water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook uncovered for 45 minutes until beans are tender.
- Step 3: While beans cook, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 8 ounces sliced smoked pork sausage and cook for 5 minutes until browned and fragrant.
- Step 4: Add 1 diced medium onion and 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet with sausage. Sauté for 4 minutes until onions are translucent.
- Step 5: Stir in 2 tablespoons tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes until it darkens slightly.
- Step 6: Transfer the sausage mixture to the pot with beans. Add 1 bay leaf, 1.5 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes to meld flavors.
- Step 7: Meanwhile, in the skillet, add 4 cups chopped collard greens and sauté for 5 minutes until wilted and tender.
- Step 8: Remove the bay leaf from the stew, then stir in the sautéed collard greens. Serve hot with rice or crusty bread.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Feijoada-Inspired Black Bean Stew with Pork Sausage and Greens take to make?
Total time is about 95 minutes (20 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 Feijoada-Inspired Black Bean Stew with Pork Sausage and 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 Feijoada-Inspired Black Bean Stew with Pork Sausage and 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 Feijoada-Inspired Black Bean Stew with Pork Sausage and 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 Feijoada-Inspired Black Bean Stew with Pork Sausage and Greens?
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.
