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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Feijoada Leve (Brazilian Black Bean Stew)?

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 12-bone rack pork back ribs, cut into single ribs, 4 (2-ounce) Italian chicken sausage links, 2 cups diced yellow onion, and more.

Is Feijoada Leve (Brazilian Black Bean Stew) suitable as soups & stews?

Yes, Feijoada Leve (Brazilian Black Bean Stew) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Feijoada Leve (Brazilian Black Bean Stew) Recipe

Name: Feijoada Leve (Brazilian Black Bean Stew)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 12-bone rack pork back ribs, cut into single ribs; 4 (2-ounce) Italian chicken sausage links; 2 cups diced yellow onion; 8 garlic cloves, minced and divided; 3 cups unsalted chicken stock; 12 ounces lager beer; 2 (14-ounce) cans lower-sodium black beans, rinsed and drained; 2 ounces carne seca or buffalo jerky; 2 bay leaves; 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 2 cups unsalted chicken stock; 1 cup uncooked white rice; 1 tablespoon butter; 2 tablespoons minced yellow onion; 1/4 cup uncooked farina (such as Cream of Wheat); 2 oranges, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick

Feijoada Leve (Brazilian Black Bean Stew)

Eats Now Editorial Team · 2049 kcal · Soups & Stews

1
Fire up a Dutch oven over medium heat.
2
Add the olive oil and swirl.
3
BROWN THE MEATS
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Dry the ribs with paper towels. Add half the ribs to the Dutch oven and cook 6 minutes, browning them as evenly as possible on all sides.
5
Remove the ribs and set aside. Repeat the process with the remaining 6 ribs.
6
Add the chicken sausage to the Dutch oven and brown evenly on all sides, about 5 minutes.
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Remove the chicken sausage and set aside.
8
CREATE A FLAVORFUL LIQUID FOR COOKING THE BEANS
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Now, add the 2 cups onion and stir until translucent, about 5 minutes.
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Add 6 garlic cloves. Cook 1 minute.
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Add the 3 cups chicken stock and beer, and stir until combined.
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Reduce heat to medium-low. Add the black beans. Stir to incorporate.
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ADD THE MEATS TO THE STEW AND SIMMER
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Return the chicken sausage and ribs to the pot.
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Add the carne seca or jerky, the bay leaves, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the pepper.
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Monitor the pot until it comes to a slight simmer. Don't let it bubble fiercely.
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Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 1 hour, until the ribs are still moist but cooked through.
18
Remove the sausages and let them stand for 5 minutes.
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Cut them into a total of 12 (1/2-inch) pieces. Return them to the pot.
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Remove the carne seca or jerky, shred it, and stir the meat back into the stew.
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MAKE THE RICE
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Bring the 2 cups chicken stock and 1/8 teaspoon of the salt to a full rolling boil in a small saucepan.
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Add the rice and 2 garlic cloves. Stir to combine.
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Reduce heat to very low and cover.
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Cook for 12 minutes.
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Remove the pan from the heat, and, leaving the pan covered for another 10 minutes, let it stand and allow the rice to continue cooking from carry-over heat.
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PREPARE THE FAROFA
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Heat a small skillet over medium heat.
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Add the butter and warm until it foams. Swirl.
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Add the 2 tablespoons onion and cook 2 minutes, until translucent.
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Add the farina and 1/8 teaspoon of the salt, and stir frequently to toast, 3 minutes.
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AND SERVE!
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Fluff the rice with a fork and spoon it evenly among 12 shallow bowls.
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Top each serving with 2/3 cup of the feijoada and 1 rib, and sprinkle each evenly with farofa.
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Serve with the orange slices.

Feijoada Leve (Brazilian Black Bean Stew)

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