Feijoada Negra Simmered Black Bean and Pork Stew

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-16 · Updated 2026-06-16

A rich and hearty Brazilian black bean stew with tender pork cuts, smoky sausage, and aromatic spices, perfect for a comforting meal. This Brazilian-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 165 minutes, pairs black beans dried, pork shoulder cut into 1-inch cubes, smoked sausage sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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

• 1 lb black beans dried
• 1 lb pork shoulder cut into 1-inch cubes
• 8 oz smoked sausage sliced
• 6 oz bacon chopped
• 1 large onion diced
• 4 cloves garlic minced
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 orange peeled and quartered
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 8 cups water
• 1/4 cup green onions chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Soak 1 lb dried black beans overnight in cold water, then drain and rinse.
2. Step 2: In a large heavy pot, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 6 oz chopped bacon and cook for 5 minutes until crispy and the fat renders.
3. Step 3: Add 1 lb pork shoulder cubes and 8 oz sliced smoked sausage to the pot. Brown all sides, about 7 minutes.
4. Step 4: Stir in 1 large diced onion and 4 minced garlic cloves, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 4 minutes.
5. Step 5: Add the soaked black beans, 8 cups water, 2 bay leaves, and 1 peeled and quartered orange. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
6. Step 6: Cover and simmer gently for 2 to 2.5 hours, stirring occasionally, until beans and pork are tender and the stew is thickened.
7. Step 7: Season with 2 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper. Discard bay leaves and orange pieces.
8. Step 8: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped green onions and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley just before serving for brightness.