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Brazilian🥄 Easy

Quick Weeknight Feijoada

45 mintotal
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
4servings
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A simplified, hearty Brazilian black bean stew featuring smoky meats and savory spices perfect for a busy evening.

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Ingredients

Servings:4
  • 30 oz Canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 8 oz Smoked andouille or chorizo sausage, sliced
  • 4 slices Bacon, chopped
  • 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups Beef broth
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika
  • 2 pieces Bay leaves
  • 1/4 cup Fresh orange juice
  • 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped(optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until it begins to crisp and release its fat.

  2. 2

    Add the sliced sausage to the pot and brown for 3-4 minutes until golden on the edges.

  3. 3

    Stir in the diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened, then add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.

  4. 4

    Add the drained black beans, beef broth, smoked paprika, and bay leaves to the pot.

  5. 5

    Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes.

  6. 6

    Use the back of a wooden spoon to mash a small portion of the beans against the side of the pot to thicken the sauce.

  7. 7

    Stir in the fresh orange juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.

  8. 8

    Remove bay leaves and serve hot over white rice, garnished with fresh herbs.

Nutrition per Serving

485

Calories

28g

Protein

42g

Carbs

24g

Fat

12g

Fiber

4g

Sugar

1150mg

Sodium

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