Best Ever Black Bean Meat Stew Recipe (Feijoada)

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork butt

Chicken thighs are lower in fat but still tender.

smoked sausage

🥗Healthier: chicken sausage

💰Cheaper: hot dogs

Chicken sausage offers a leaner option.

beef brisket

🥗Healthier: lean beef

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground beef is often more affordable.

collard greens

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: spinach

Spinach is less expensive and cooks faster.

Soak black beans overnight in water.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent.

Add diced slab bacon and cook until crispy.

Stir in pork ham hocks and cook until browned.

Add sliced smoked sausage and cook for a few minutes.

Pour in soaked black beans, chicken stock, and enough water to cover the mixture.

Add bay leaves, salt, and black pepper; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer until meats are tender, stirring occasionally.

Serve with orange slices and garnish with additional seasoning if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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