Spicy Brazilian Black Bean Stew with Sausage

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-02 · Updated 2026-05-02

Hearty black beans simmered with smoky sausage and a blend of fresh herbs and spices, perfect for comforting meals. This Brazilian-inspired Hanukkah recipe, ready in about 135 minutes, pairs black beans, andouille or smoked sausage, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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
• 8 oz, sliced andouille or smoked sausage
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper
• 6 cups water

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Rinse 2 cups dried black beans and soak in water overnight, then drain.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 8 oz sliced smoked sausage and sauté for 5 minutes until browned and fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 1 diced medium onion and 4 minced garlic cloves to the pot, cooking for 4 minutes until translucent and aromatic.
4. Step 4: Stir in 1 tsp cumin powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1 bay leaf; cook for 1 minute to release spices.
5. Step 5: Add the soaked black beans and 6 cups water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 1.5 to 2 hours until beans are tender and stew thickens.
6. Step 6: Season with salt and black pepper to taste, stir in 1/4 cup chopped cilantro just before serving.