Embark on a culinary journey to Portugal with the delectable dish of Feijão à Portuguesa, a hearty and flavorful bean stew that embodies the essence of Portuguese cuisine. Prepared with an array of pantry staples, this dish is a delightful symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, our curated collection of Feijão à Portuguesa recipes caters to all skill levels. From the traditional to the modern, each recipe offers a unique interpretation of this classic dish, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience. Dive into the comforting embrace of Feijão à Portuguesa and savor the authentic taste of Portugal.
Here are our top 5 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 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
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.
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.
Tips:
- Soak the beans overnight: This helps to soften the beans and reduce the cooking time.
- Use a variety of beans: You can use any type of bean you like in this recipe, but a good mix includes pinto beans, kidney beans, and black beans.
- Sauté the vegetables before adding them to the pot: This helps to bring out their flavor and prevent them from becoming mushy.
- Use a good quality Portuguese sausage: This is the key ingredient in this dish, so make sure to use a good one. Linguiça is a traditional Portuguese sausage that works well in this recipe.
- Season the dish to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little heat.
- Serve the dish with rice: This is the traditional way to serve Portuguese beans. You can also serve it with bread or tortillas.
Conclusion:
Portuguese beans are a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a very versatile dish that can be easily adapted to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a new recipe to try, give Portuguese beans a try. You won't be disappointed!
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