Feijoada (Brazilian Black Bean Stew)

This feijoada is a traditional Brazilian dish that has rich flavors famous in Brazil. This version gets rave reviews! Additional meats may be added.

• Preparation Time: 8 hr 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 2 hr 30 mins
• Total Time: 11 hr
• Calories: 381 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 2 smoked ham hocks
• 2 bay leaves, crushed
• 8 ounces diced ham
• 1 (12 ounce) package dry black beans, soaked overnight
• 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 0.5 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 0.125 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 cup green onions, chopped
• 1.5 cups chopped onion, divided
• 0.5 pound thickly sliced bacon, diced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2

Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven. Add 3/4 cup chopped onion, green onions, and garlic; cook and stir until softened, about 4 minutes. Pour in soaked beans and fill with enough water to cover beans by 3 inches. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer uncovered for 2 hours, or until tender.

Step 3

While beans are cooking, place ham hocks in a smaller pot with 1/4 cup chopped onion. Cover with water and simmer until meat pulls off of the bone easily, about 1 hour. Drain and add to beans.

Step 4

Place ham, bacon, and remaining onion in a baking dish. Bake until mixture is crispy, 15 minutes.

Step 5

Drain bacon and ham mixture and add to beans. Season with bay leaves, coriander, salt, and pepper. Simmer, uncovered, 30 minutes more.

Step 6

Stir in chopped cilantro and parsley just before serving.