Brazilian recipe
Traditional Cowpea Beans (Feijão de Corda)
Learn how to prepare authentic Brazilian cowpea beans, rich in flavor and packed with savory ingredients, perfect as a substantial side or main dish.
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Ingredients
1 kg cowpea beans (purple variety)
1/2 kg fresh pork belly
1/2 kg smoked calabresa sausage
1 large onion
1 bunch green onions and parsley
1 bunch cilantro
1/2 kg medium-grain cassava flour
Bahian seasoning without pepper to taste
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
1/2 kg fresh pork belly
1/2 kg smoked calabresa sausage
1 large onion
1 bunch green onions and parsley
1 bunch cilantro
1/2 kg medium-grain cassava flour
Bahian seasoning without pepper to taste
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
Fresh produce and herbs can be found at local markets. Meat and sausages are available at local butcher shops or supermarket meat counters. Cassava flour (farofa/cassava meal) is typically found in the specialty grains or international aisles of local grocery stores. As a substitute for Bahian seasoning, you may use a blend of cumin, oregano, and dried chili flakes; for cassava flour, ground corn meal can be used if necessary, though cassava flour remains the authentic choice.
Preparation method
- Cook the cowpea beans in a pressure cooker for approximately 9 minutes after reaching pressure, or until tender.
- While the beans are cooking, dice the fresh pork belly into small cubes.
- Finely chop the onion, green onions, parsley, and cilantro.
- Slice or dice the smoked calabresa sausage.
- In a separate pan, fry the pork belly until golden brown and set aside.
- In the same pan used for the pork belly, fry the calabresa sausage and set aside.
- In a large pot, add a small amount of the rendered oil from the fried pork belly.
- Sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- Add the chopped green onions, parsley, and cilantro, and sauté for one more minute.
- Add the Bahian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to taste, mixing well.
- Drain the cooked beans and add them to the pot with the sautéed seasonings.
- Stir gently to incorporate the seasonings into the beans.
- Add the fried pork belly and fried calabresa sausage to the pot with the beans.
- Gradually add the cassava flour, stirring constantly until achieving a firm and homogeneous consistency.
- Taste and adjust the salt if necessary.
- Serve the cowpea beans while hot.
Observations
Cowpea beans, also known as 'feijão de corda' or 'feijão fradinho', are a versatile and beloved ingredient in Brazilian cuisine, particularly in the Northeast region. This recipe highlights the beans prepared in a traditional style, combined with pork belly, smoked calabresa sausage, and cassava flour, resulting in a hearty dish full of aroma. It is a fantastic option for those seeking a complete and comforting meal, ideal for everyday dining or special gatherings.
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