Brazilian recipe
Traditional Savory Rice and Beans (Baião de dois)
Master the art of making this comforting Brazilian classic, combining hearty beans and rice with savory cured sausage and regional cheese.
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Ingredients
2.5 liters cold water
500 g green beans (feijão verde)
2 beef bouillon cubes
3 tbsp vegetable oil
1 paio sausage, sliced
1 onion, grated
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
2 1/2 cups white rice
150 g queijo coalho, thinly sliced
500 g green beans (feijão verde)
2 beef bouillon cubes
3 tbsp vegetable oil
1 paio sausage, sliced
1 onion, grated
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
2 1/2 cups white rice
150 g queijo coalho, thinly sliced
Where to find ingredients
Find green beans and specific Brazilian staples like paio sausage and queijo coalho at local specialty markets or international grocery sections. If unavailable, you may substitute the cheese with a firm, high-melting-point grilling cheese like halloumi, and use any mild smoked sausage in place of the paio.
Preparation method
- Soak the green beans in water overnight.
- The next day, drain the beans and place them in a pot with 2.5 liters of cold water and the beef bouillon cubes.
- Cover the pot and simmer over low heat for about 1 hour, or until the beans are tender.
- While the beans are cooking, heat the vegetable oil in a separate large pot.
- Sauté the sliced paio, grated onion, and minced garlic in the oil until golden brown.
- Add the rinsed and drained rice along with the chopped cilantro to the pot, sautéing for a few minutes.
- Incorporate the cooked beans along with their cooking liquid into the rice mixture.
- Stir everything thoroughly, cover the pot, and cook over low heat until the rice is tender and the consistency is moist and creamy.
- Arrange the thin slices of queijo coalho evenly over the top of the rice.
- Cover the pot once more and let the trapped steam melt the cheese for a few minutes.
- Serve the dish hot, traditionally accompanied by pan-fried or roasted carne-de-sol.
Observations
Baião de Dois is a cornerstone of Brazilian culinary heritage, widely cherished throughout the Northern and Northeastern regions. This dish features a savory blend of rice and beans, enhanced by flavorful additions like paio sausage, squeaky queijo coalho cheese, and aromatic herbs, coming together into a rich, wholesome meal. Its preparation is straightforward, making it an excellent choice for family gatherings or an authentic home-cooked dinner.
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