Slow-Cooked Black Bean Feijoada with Smoked Sausage

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A traditional Brazilian black bean stew simmered with smoked sausage and tender pork, rich in smoky and savory flavors. This brazilian ready in about 155 minutes pairs dried black beans, cut into 1-inch cubes pork shoulder, medium, diced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 140 min Serves 6 Brazilian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rinse 2 cups dried black beans and soak them in water for 8 hours or overnight, then drain.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add 1 lb pork shoulder cubes and brown on all sides for 5-6 minutes until golden.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 medium diced onion and 4 minced garlic cloves to the pot; sauté for 4 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to deepen flavor.
  5. Step 5: Add the soaked black beans, 8 oz sliced smoked sausage, 6 cups water, 2 bay leaves, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Bring to a boil then reduce to low heat.
  6. Step 6: Cover and simmer gently for 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until beans are tender and pork is very soft.
  7. Step 7: Stir in the juice of 1 orange and cook uncovered for another 10 minutes to thicken the stew.
  8. Step 8: Remove bay leaves, sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the top, and serve hot with white rice or farofa.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 155 minutes (15 min prep + 140 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 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 Slow-Cooked Black Bean Feijoada with Smoked 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 Slow-Cooked Black Bean Feijoada with Smoked 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 Slow-Cooked Black Bean Feijoada with Smoked Sausage?

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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