Brazilian Feijoada Stew

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Brazilian Feijoada Stew.

1. Step 1

   Start by soaking your black beans in a large bowl of water for about 8 hours or overnight.

2. Step 2

   This step is crucial for softening the beans and enhancing their flavor.

3. Step 3

   Once they’ve soaked, drain the beans and set them aside.

4. Step 4

   In a heavy pot, combine the drained beans with 2 quarts of fresh water.

5. Step 5

   Bring this mixture to a gentle simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low.

6. Step 6

   Let the beans simmer away for about 1.

7. Step 7

   5 to 2 hours, until they’re firm yet tender.

8. Step 8

   Next, it’s time to add some hearty flavors.

9. Step 9

   Toss in the chopped dried beef, a bay leaf, and the reserved bones from your pork chops.

10. Step 10

    Give everything a good stir and let it continue to simmer on low heat for another 2 hours.

11. Step 11

    This slow cooking will infuse the beans with rich, savory goodness.

12. Step 12

    While the beans are simmering, let’s prepare the meats.

13. Step 13

    In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until it’s just shy of crispy.

14. Step 14

    Then, add the linguica and Italian sausage, cooking them until they’re beautifully browned, which should take about 10 minutes.

15. Step 15

    Once done, remove the meats from the skillet, but keep that delicious fat in the pan for the next step.

16. Step 16

    In the same skillet, add chopped onion and minced garlic to the reserved drippings.

17. Step 17

    Sauté them over medium heat until the onion turns translucent, which should take about 5 minutes.

18. Step 18

    Season this mixture with cumin, coriander, cayenne, salt, and black pepper to taste.

19. Step 19

    Stir in some fresh parsley and let it cook until it wilts, about 2 minutes.

20. Step 20

    This fragrant blend will elevate your stew to the next level.

21. Step 21

    Now, it’s time to bring everything together.

22. Step 22

    Add the onion and spice mixture to the pot with the beans.

23. Step 23

    Stir in the cooked bacon, both sausages, and any pork chop meat you have.

24. Step 24

    Pour in just enough water to cover the meats, then increase the heat to medium-high to bring it all to a simmer.

25. Step 25

    Once simmering, reduce the heat to medium-low and let it cook uncovered.

26. Step 26

    Stir occasionally and keep an eye on the consistency; you want the beans to become very soft and the liquid to thicken, which should take about an hour.

27. Step 27

    If the beans start to look dry, feel free to add a splash more water.

28. Step 28

    While your stew is bubbling away, let’s make some delightful toasted bread crumbs.

29. Step 29

    In a skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil and add your bread crumbs.

30. Step 30

    Cook and stir them until they turn a lovely golden brown, then mix in some fresh parsley and a hint of orange zest for a bright finish.

31. Step 31

    Once your beans are perfectly cooked, don’t forget to discard the bones.

32. Step 32

    Serve your hearty stew in bowls, generously topped with those crispy, flavorful toasted bread crumbs.

33. Step 33

    Enjoy the warmth and comfort of this delicious dish, perfect for sharing with family and friends!.