Slow-Simmered Feijoada with Black Beans and Pork Sausages

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-29 · Updated 2026-06-29

A hearty Brazilian stew combining tender black beans with savory pork sausages and smoky pork cuts, simmered slowly to blend rich flavors. This Brazilian recipe, ready in about 135 minutes, pairs black beans, pork sausage, smoked pork shoulder 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.

Ingredients

• 2 cups black beans
• 12 oz, sliced pork sausage
• 8 oz, cubed smoked pork shoulder
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 4 cloves, minced garlic
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 6 cups water
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• for garnish, optional orange slices
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Rinse 2 cups black beans thoroughly and soak in water for at least 4 hours or overnight, then drain.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced medium onion and 4 minced garlic cloves, sauté for 5 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 12 oz sliced pork sausage and 8 oz cubed smoked pork shoulder to the pot, cook for 6 minutes, stirring occasionally until browned.
4. Step 4: Add the drained black beans, 6 cups water, and 2 bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover partially.
5. Step 5: Simmer gently for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until beans are tender and meat is falling apart. Add 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper halfway through cooking.
6. Step 6: Remove bay leaves, adjust seasoning, and serve hot garnished with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro and orange slices for a refreshing contrast.