Brazilian recipe
Creamy Bean Mash (Tutu de feijão)
Learn how to make a classic, comforting bean mash. This traditional dish is a hearty favorite for quick, flavorful weeknight meals.
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Ingredients
2 cups cooked black or carioca beans (with broth)
1 small onion, finely diced
100g bacon, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 ring linguiça calabresa (Brazilian-style smoked sausage), sliced
1 cup fresh parsley and scallions, chopped
Toasted manioc flour (farinha de mandioca), to taste
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Dried oregano, to taste
Vegetable oil, for frying
1 small onion, finely diced
100g bacon, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 ring linguiça calabresa (Brazilian-style smoked sausage), sliced
1 cup fresh parsley and scallions, chopped
Toasted manioc flour (farinha de mandioca), to taste
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Dried oregano, to taste
Vegetable oil, for frying
Where to find ingredients
Use canned or home-cooked black or carioca beans. You can find them at any standard supermarket in the canned goods or dry goods aisle.
This is a specific Brazilian smoked sausage. Look for it in the deli section of well-stocked supermarkets, or visit a specialized Latin American or Brazilian grocery store to get the authentic variety.
Look for 'toasted' or 'fine' manioc flour in the international or Latin American aisle of your local grocery store. If unavailable, many Brazilian specialty shops ship it, or you can check high-end international markets.
This is a specific Brazilian smoked sausage. Look for it in the deli section of well-stocked supermarkets, or visit a specialized Latin American or Brazilian grocery store to get the authentic variety.
Look for 'toasted' or 'fine' manioc flour in the international or Latin American aisle of your local grocery store. If unavailable, many Brazilian specialty shops ship it, or you can check high-end international markets.
Preparation method
- Heat a splash of vegetable oil in a large frying pan
- Fry the diced bacon over medium heat until it is golden and crispy
- Add the diced onion to the pan and sauté until it turns translucent
- Stir in the minced garlic and sliced linguiça, then fry for a few more minutes until fragrant
- Pour in the cooked beans along with a good amount of their cooking liquid
- Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano to your liking
- Toss in the chopped parsley and scallions for fresh flavor
- Gradually add the manioc flour, stirring constantly to avoid lumps
- Keep adding the flour until you reach your preferred consistency, whether you like it thicker or creamier
- Serve your bean mash hot, ideally alongside white rice, pork chops, or any other favorite side dish
Observations
Tutu de feijão is one of the most cherished staples in Brazilian home cooking. Its signature creamy texture and bold, savory profile make it an incredibly satisfying side dish. By thickening cooked beans with manioc flour, you get a nutrient-dense, rustic meal that is easy to put together.
This recipe guides you through the authentic steps to prepare this classic, highlighting the layers of flavor from savory bacon and smoked sausage. It is the perfect way to transform leftover beans into a cozy, soul-warming family favorite.
This recipe guides you through the authentic steps to prepare this classic, highlighting the layers of flavor from savory bacon and smoked sausage. It is the perfect way to transform leftover beans into a cozy, soul-warming family favorite.
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