Brazilian recipe
Lighter Traditional Black Bean Stew (Feijoada light)
Prepare an authentic Brazilian black bean stew with less fat. A balanced recipe using lean meat cuts while keeping the deep, classic flavor intact.
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Ingredients
150 g black beans
100 g frozen pork loin
150 g salted pork loin
100 g lean dried beef (carne seca)
2 bay leaves
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
Fresh herbs (cheiro verde), chopped to taste
1 tablespoon unsalted light margarine
100 g frozen pork loin
150 g salted pork loin
100 g lean dried beef (carne seca)
2 bay leaves
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
Fresh herbs (cheiro verde), chopped to taste
1 tablespoon unsalted light margarine
Where to find ingredients
Find black beans, dried beef (carne seca), and salted pork cuts at local butcher shops or international specialty markets. As a substitute for dried beef, high-quality biltong or corned beef can be used, though dried beef is the ideal traditional choice.
Preparation method
- Soak the black beans in water overnight.
- The next day, soak the salted meats in water, changing the water several times.
- Boil the salted meats in clean water and discard the liquid.
- Repeat the boiling and discarding process until the meats have reached a desired salt level.
- Boil the meats again in clean water. If the water becomes fatty, place it in the freezer or refrigerator; the solidified fat on the surface can then be removed with a spoon.
- Use this cooking water to simmer the beans.
- In a pot, cook the black beans with the desalted meats and bay leaves until the beans and meat are tender.
- While the beans are cooking, prepare a sauté in a non-stick frying pan using the light margarine.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Stir the chopped fresh herbs into the sauté.
- Add this mixture to the pot with the beans.
- Check the salt levels and adjust if necessary.
- Serve the feijoada hot.
Observations
Feijoada is one of the most iconic dishes in Brazilian cuisine, a rich and savory black bean stew cooked with a variety of meats. This 'light' version adapts the traditional recipe to be healthier by using leaner cuts of meat and specific techniques that reduce fat content without compromising its signature depth of flavor.
It is an excellent choice for those wanting to enjoy this Brazilian classic in a more mindful way, perfect for a hearty weekend lunch or a comforting meal. The process involves desalting the meats and simmering everything together until the ingredients reach the perfect tender consistency.
It is an excellent choice for those wanting to enjoy this Brazilian classic in a more mindful way, perfect for a hearty weekend lunch or a comforting meal. The process involves desalting the meats and simmering everything together until the ingredients reach the perfect tender consistency.
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