Feijoada-Style Black Bean Stew with Pork Sausage
A hearty and flavorful black bean stew slow-cooked with smoky pork sausage and spices, inspired by Brazil’s national dish. This brazilian-inspired pork ready in about 140 minutes pairs dried black beans, water, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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 cup dried black beans
- 4 cups water
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces smoked pork sausage (linguiça)
- 4 slices, chopped bacon slices
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp, grated (optional) orange peel
- 1/4 cup chopped for garnish fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse 1 cup dried black beans and soak in water for 8 hours or overnight. Drain and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Add 4 chopped bacon slices and cook until crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving the fat in the pot.
- Step 3: Add 8 oz sliced smoked pork sausage to the pot and sauté for 4-5 minutes until browned and fragrant.
- Step 4: Stir in 1 diced medium yellow onion and 3 minced garlic cloves. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Step 5: Add soaked black beans, 4 cups water, 2 bay leaves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp salt, and 1 tsp grated orange peel if using. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover partially, and simmer gently for 1.5 to 2 hours until beans are tender and stew thickens.
- Step 6: Remove bay leaves, stir in reserved crispy bacon, and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy with steamed white rice and sautéed collard greens for a full Brazilian experience.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Feijoada-Style Black Bean Stew with Pork Sausage take to make?
Total time is about 140 minutes (10 min prep + 130 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-Style Black Bean Stew with Pork 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 dried black beans from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Feijoada-Style Black Bean Stew with Pork 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 Feijoada-Style Black Bean Stew with Pork Sausage 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-Style Black Bean Stew with Pork Sausage?
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.
