Brazilian recipe
Classic Homemade Brazilian Bean Salad (Salada de feijão)
A traditional Brazilian classic that’s easy and full of flavor. Turn those leftover beans into a nourishing, cozy meal in just a few minutes.
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Ingredients
1 1/2 cups cooked beans (leftover)
2 large onions, finely chopped
1 steak, cut into small cubes
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 bell pepper, diced
1/4 head of cabbage, roughly chopped
1 egg
Bacon to taste, chopped
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp ground black pepper
Salt to taste
3 tbsp vinegar
4 drops liquid sweetener
Water (as needed to cook)
2 large onions, finely chopped
1 steak, cut into small cubes
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 bell pepper, diced
1/4 head of cabbage, roughly chopped
1 egg
Bacon to taste, chopped
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp ground black pepper
Salt to taste
3 tbsp vinegar
4 drops liquid sweetener
Water (as needed to cook)
Where to find ingredients
Cooked beans: Use your favorite variety of pinto or black beans, common in home pantries. Steak: Use any affordable cut of beef, like rump or sirloin, from the butcher or meat aisle. Bell pepper and cabbage: Easily found in the fresh produce section of any local supermarket. Bacon: Available in the refrigerated meat section. Vinegar and spices: Found in the pantry staples aisle of your local grocery store.
Preparation method
- In a pan, fry the cubed steak with the garlic, onion, and bacon until golden brown
- Add the diced bell pepper and sauté for another minute
- Stir in the cooked beans, chopped cabbage, enough water to just cover the ingredients, salt, black pepper, oregano, vinegar, and the sweetener
- Cook over medium heat until the cabbage is tender
- While the salad is still bubbling, crack the egg directly into the pan
- Whisk vigorously with a fork or whisk until the egg is cooked and slightly thickens the broth
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed
- Serve hot
Observations
This bean salad is a staple in Brazilian home cooking, perfect for transforming leftover beans into something creative and delicious. It’s an incredibly versatile dish that works just as well served warm as a side or as a light, satisfying main course. Simple, fuss-free, and guaranteed to bring a bit of home-cooked comfort to your kitchen table.
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