How to Make Aniyah's Brazilian Feijoada 🇧🇷 | My World Kitchen Official

chorizo

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: smoked paprika

Turkey sausage is lower in fat and calories.

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken thighs reduce fat while maintaining flavor.

farofa

🥗Healthier: toasted breadcrumbs

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Toasted breadcrumbs provide a similar texture.

Soak black beans overnight in water.

Drain beans and rinse under cold water.

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add pork shoulder, chorizo, and smoked sausage to the pot; brown on all sides.

Pour in soaked black beans and enough water to cover by 2 inches.

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

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.

Check beans for tenderness; add more water if necessary.

Once beans are tender, adjust seasoning to taste.

Serve with steamed rice, sautéed cabbage, and farofa.

Garnish with sliced oranges.

Cooking Techniques

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