Embark on a culinary journey to Portugal with this traditional Feijão à Portuguesa, a hearty and flavorful bean stew that embodies the country's rich culinary heritage. This delectable dish, often served as a comforting main course or as part of a larger spread, showcases the perfect harmony of tender beans, succulent meats, and an array of aromatic vegetables, all simmered together in a luscious tomato-based broth. Discover the secrets behind this beloved Portuguese stew and explore variations such as Feijoada à Transmontana, a smoky and paprika-infused version, and Vegan Feijoada, a plant-based rendition that's equally satisfying.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
PORTUGUESE BEANS/FEIJAO A PORTUGUESA
This recipe is from Leite's Culinaria. I have made these several times and enjoyed them. Do not use Mexican Chorizo. Chourice may be bought online@ www.linguicia.com or Gaspars.com; you may do this recipe in a crockpot also, placing on low for several hours until beans are tender.
Provided by star pooley
Categories Other Side Dishes
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Soak beans overnight in enough cold water to cover by several inches. Drain beans and set aside.
- 2. Fry bacon in skillet over medium heat until crisp, 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
- 3. Pour off all but 2-3 tablespoons of bacon fat; add onion and cook until golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes; Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
- 4. Add beans, 8 cups water, tomato paste, chourice, red pepper flakes, paprika.
- 5. Cover and simmer until beans are tender, 1-1/2 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
- 6. Just before serving, crumble bacon into beans and season with salt and pepper.
PORTUGUESE BEAN STEW (FEIJAO A PORTUGUESA)
This recipe is from David Leite of Leite's Culinaria. My family and I love it so much. Wonderfully spicy. Beans need to soak overnight.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Stew
Time 2h30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Soak beans in cold water to cover by 2 inches, for 8 hours.
- Cook bacon in a large pot until crisp.
- Transfer to paper towels to drain.
- Discard all but 3 tablespoons of bacon drippings.
- Cook onion in bacon drippings over moderate heat, stirring frequently, until golden brown; about 7-9 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook, stirring until it becomes golden.
- Drain beans and add to onion mixture with remaining ingredients (except bacon).
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, until beans are tender; about 1 1/2 hours.
- Crumble bacon into beans and season with salt and pepper before serving.
PORTUGUESE BEAN STEW (FEIJAO A PORTUGUESA)
Steps:
- Soak beans in cold water to cover by 2 inches 8 hours.
- Cook bacon in a 4- to 6-quart heavy pot until crisp. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Spoon off (and discard) all but about 3 tablespoons fat in pot. Cook onion in reserved fat over moderate heat, stirring frequently, until golden, 7 to 9 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until it begins to turn golden.
- Drain beans and add to onion mixture with remaining ingredients (except bacon). Bring to a boil, then simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, until beans are tender, about 1 1/2 hours. (Older beans will take longer to cook and require more water during cooking.) Crumble bacon into beans and season with salt and pepper before serving.
PORTUGUESE SAUSAGE AND BEAN STEW
Provided by Aida Mollenkamp
Categories main-dish
Time 14h10m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- If using dried beans, add the beans to a large bowl, cover by 2 inches with cold water and let soak for at least 8 hours, or overnight. Drain and set aside. If using canned beans, drain and rinse.
- Add the bacon, if using, to a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat and cook until browned and crisp, about 10 minutes. Remove the bacon and set aside. Discard all but 1 tablespoon of the fat and return the skillet to the stovetop. Add the sausage and cook until browned. With a slotted spoon, remove the sausage to a bowl and reserve.
- Discard all but 1 tablespoon of the fat from the skillet and return to the stove over medium heat. When the fat shimmers, add the onion and garlic, stir to coat in fat, and cook until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the potatoes and stir to coat in the tomato paste. Add the beans, chorizo, and all remaining ingredients, except the bacon, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the flavors have melded and the dried beans are cooked through, about 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Crumble the bacon into beans, and season with additional salt, if needed. Remove the bay leaf, transfer the beans to a serving bowl and serve.
CLASSIC PORTUGUESE BEANS - {FEIJAO A PORTUGUESA} RECIPE - (5/5)
Provided by á-174942
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Wash and sort beans. Soak beans overnight in enough cold water to cover by several inches. Drain beans and set aside. Fry bacon in skillet over medium heat until crisp, 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels and set aside. Pour off all but 2 or 3 tablespoons of bacon fat, add onion and cook until golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more. Add beans, 8 cups water, tomato paste, chorizo, red pepper flakes and paprika. Cover and simmer until beans are tender, 1 1/2 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching. Just before serving, crumble bacon into beans and season with salt and pepper. This recipe yields 6 to 8 servings. Each of 8 servings: 424 calories; 917 mg sodium; 55 mg cholesterol; 27 grams fat; 22 grams carbohydrates; 23 grams protein; 2.28 grams fiber.
PORTUGUESE BEANS/FEIJAO A PORTUGUESA
This recipe is from Leite's Culinaria. I have made these several times and enjoyed them. Do not use Mexican Chorizo. Chourice may be bought online@ www.linguicia.com or Gaspars.com; you may do this recipe in a crockpot also, placing on low for several hours until beans are tender.
Provided by quotFoodThe Way To
Categories Beans
Time 1h20m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Soak beans overnight in enough cold water to cover by several inches. Drain beans and set aside.
- Fry bacon in skillet over medium heat until crisp, 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
- Pour off all but 2-3 tablespoons of bacon fat; add onion and cook until golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes; Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
- Add beans, 8 cups water, tomato paste, chourice, red pepper flakes, paprika.
- Cover and simmer until beans are tender, 1-1/2 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
- Just before serving, crumble bacon into beans and season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 709.7, Fat 40.2, SaturatedFat 13.2, Cholesterol 69.6, Sodium 1234.8, Carbohydrate 57.1, Fiber 20.6, Sugar 7.6, Protein 32.1
Tips:
- Use dried beans for a more authentic flavor and texture. If using canned beans, rinse them thoroughly before using.
- Soak the beans overnight or for at least 8 hours before cooking to reduce cooking time. Soaking the beans also helps to remove some of the gas-producing compounds, making them easier to digest.
- Add a ham bone or smoked sausage to the pot for extra flavor.
- Use a variety of vegetables in your stew, such as carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes. You can also add other vegetables, such as green beans, kale, or cabbage.
- Season the stew to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices, such as cumin, paprika, and bay leaves.
- Serve the stew with rice or crusty bread.
Conclusion:
Portuguese bean stew, or feijão à portuguesa, is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a relatively inexpensive dish to make, making it a great option for families on a budget. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this stew is sure to become a favorite in your home.
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