BRAZILIAN FEIJOADA (VEGETARIAN)

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Feijoada is the national dish of Brazil. It's served everywhere in Brazil, from beach-side stands to the finest restaurants. This version captures the spirit of feijoada minus the meat. Chipotle pepper adds a hint of smoky heat.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Black Beans

Time 2h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 1/2 cups dried black beans, rinsed and drained
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 large yellow onion, diced
2 medium red bell peppers or 2 medium green bell peppers, diced
1 large tomatoes, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 canned chipotle pepper, chopped
2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (or butternut squash or white potato)
2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves (or fresh)
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon salt
4 cups cooked rice (white or brown)

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, place the beans in plenty of water and cook for about 1 hour, over medium heat, until tender.
  • Drain and reserve 2 cups of the cooking liquid.
  • In a large saucepan, heat the oil.
  • Add the onion, bell peppers, tomato, garlic, and chipotle peppers and saute for 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Add the beans, cooking liquid, sweet potatoes, and thyme and cook for 25 to 30 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the parsley and salt and cook for 5 to 10 minutes more.
  • Spoon the rice into bowls and ladle the feijoada over the top.

Abod Abod
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This was a great dish. The flavors were amazing, and the black beans were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again soon!


Rustam Ali
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a delicious and healthy way to enjoy black beans. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit.


Gull Hassan Gabol
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This was a great recipe. It was easy to make and very flavorful. I loved the combination of the black beans, vegetables, and spices.


Love Gru
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This was an excellent dish! The flavors were amazing, and the black beans were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Gizmo Marsha
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this dish. The black beans were creamy and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Maria Nur
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This was a delicious and hearty meal. The black beans were cooked perfectly, and the vegetables were flavorful. I loved the addition of the spices, which gave the dish a nice kick.


James Tullis
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I made this for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The flavors are so well-balanced, and the black beans are cooked perfectly.


faul rakib
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This dish was so easy to make, and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of the black beans, vegetables, and spices. It's a great meal for a weeknight dinner.


Amaya Abbatoy
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I'm a vegetarian, and I was so happy to find this recipe. It's so flavorful and satisfying, and it's a great way to get your protein. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit.


Ola Abefe
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This was my first time making feijoada, and it turned out amazing! The flavors are so rich and complex, and the black beans are perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again.