Slow-Simmered Feijoada with Black Beans and Pork Shoulder

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-11 · Updated 2026-06-11

A hearty Brazilian stew combining tender pork shoulder and black beans, slowly simmered with smoky sausage and aromatic spices for rich depth of flavor. This Brazilian recipe, ready in about 200 minutes, pairs black beans, pork shoulder, chorizo sausage for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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 dried black beans
• 1.5 pounds, cut into 1-inch cubes pork shoulder
• 8 ounces, sliced chorizo sausage
• 4 ounces, diced smoked bacon
• 1 large, diced onion
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 2 bay leaves
• 1, sliced orange
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 cups water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 cup chopped, for garnish cilantro leaves

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Rinse 2 cups dried black beans under cold water until clear, then soak in water overnight or for at least 8 hours.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Add 4 ounces diced smoked bacon and cook for 5 minutes until crispy and fat rendered.
3. Step 3: Add 1 large diced onion and 4 minced garlic cloves to the bacon fat, sauté for 4 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
4. Step 4: Stir in 1.5 pounds cubed pork shoulder, browning for 6-7 minutes until the edges are golden.
5. Step 5: Add 8 ounces sliced chorizo sausage, cooking for 3 minutes until slightly crisp.
6. Step 6: Drain the soaked black beans and add them to the pot along with 6 cups water, 2 bay leaves, 1 sliced orange, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper.
7. Step 7: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover partially. Simmer gently for 2.5 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally, until pork is tender and beans are soft.
8. Step 8: Remove bay leaves and orange slices. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
9. Step 9: Serve hot, garnished with 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves for a fresh herbal contrast.