Slow-Cooked Black Bean Feijoada with Smoked Pork

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A rich and hearty Brazilian stew combining black beans with smoked pork cuts, slow-cooked to tender perfection and seasoned with aromatic spices. This brazilian-inspired brazilian ready in about 195 minutes pairs black beans, sliced smoked sausage, strips, chopped bacon strips for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 180 min Serves 6 Brazilian cuisine 550 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rinse 2 cups black beans under cold water and soak them in water for 8 hours, then drain.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Add 4 chopped bacon strips and cook for 5 minutes until crispy and fat rendered.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 diced medium onion and 4 minced garlic cloves to the bacon fat and sauté for 4 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 lb smoked pork shoulder chunks and 8 oz sliced smoked sausage to the pot, cooking for 5 minutes until the meat browns slightly.
  5. Step 5: Stir in the drained black beans, 6 cups water, 2 bay leaves, juice of 1 orange, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Bring to a boil.
  6. Step 6: Reduce heat to low, cover partially, and simmer for 2 1/2 to 3 hours until beans are tender and stew thickens, stirring occasionally.
  7. Step 7: Remove bay leaves, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve hot with white rice and sautéed kale.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Cooked Black Bean Feijoada with Smoked Pork take to make?

Total time is about 195 minutes (15 min prep + 180 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 Slow-Cooked Black Bean Feijoada with Smoked Pork?

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 black beans from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Black Bean Feijoada with Smoked Pork?

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 Slow-Cooked Black Bean Feijoada with Smoked Pork 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 Slow-Cooked Black Bean Feijoada with Smoked Pork?

Brazilian brazilian 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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