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Feijoada
About the Dish:
Feijoada is a traditional Brazilian dish that originated from Portuguese cuisine. It is a hearty black bean stew typically made with assorted cuts of pork, such as pork ribs, bacon, and sausage. The dish is usually served with rice, collard greens, and sliced oranges. Feijoada is a popular dish during celebrations and gatherings in Brazil, and it is often considered the national dish of the country. The slow cooking process allows the flavors of the pork and beans to meld together, resulting in a rich and savory stew that is full of smoky and meaty goodness.
Nutrition Information:
Nutrient
Amount
Total Fat
15g
Saturated Fat
5g
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
60mg
Sodium
900mg
Total Carbohydrates
60g
Dietary Fiber
15g
Sugars
2g
Protein
25g
Ingredients:
Ingredient
Quantity
Black beans
2 cups
Pork ribs
1 pound
Bacon
6 slices
Smoked sausage
2 links
Onion
1 large, chopped
Garlic
4 cloves, minced
Bay leaves
2
Orange
1, sliced
Cooking Instructions:
Step 1: Rinse the black beans and soak them overnight in water. Drain the beans and set them aside.
Step 2: In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pot and set it aside. Leave the bacon fat in the pot.
Step 3: Add the pork ribs, sausage, onion, and garlic to the pot with the bacon fat. Cook over medium heat until the meat is browned.
Step 4: Add the black beans, bay leaves, and enough water to cover the ingredients in the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 2 hours, or until the beans are tender.
Step 5: Remove the pork ribs and sausage from the pot and cut them into bite-sized pieces. Discard the bay leaves.
Step 6: Return the pork ribs, sausage, and crispy bacon to the pot. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 7: Serve the feijoada hot with steamed rice, collard greens, and sliced oranges on the side.
