INSTANT POT® ALCATRA FEIJAO (PORTUGUESE BEAN STEW)

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Instant Pot® Alcatra Feijao (Portuguese Bean Stew) image

Try this Instant Pot®-friendly variation of a traditional bean stew from the Portuguese region of Azores. This can be served alone, or over rice, and is often accompanied by bread.

Provided by Ryan C Mathews

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Time 2h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound dried pinto beans, washed
2 yellow onions, chopped, divided
water to cover
4 cloves garlic, chopped, divided
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, or as needed
3 whole black peppercorns, or to taste
¼ pound bacon, chopped
¼ pound linguica sausage, sliced
1 cup white wine
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 pinches salt, or to taste
1 pinch chili powder, or to taste
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons butter, or more to taste
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Pour beans into a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and add 1 chopped onion and 1 chopped clove garlic. Add enough water to cover beans by about 1 inch. Close and lock the lid. Choose Manual pressure and set the timer for 25 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Drain beans and transfer to a bowl.
  • Rinse the inside of the pressure cooker insert and wipe dry. Turn the pot back on and select Saute function. Add enough oil to spread across the bottom of the pot. Add remaining chopped onion, remaining 3 chopped cloves garlic, and peppercorns to the hot oil. Saute until onion is softened and clear, 3 to 5 minutes. Add bacon and sausage; cook and stir about 3 minutes. Add wine, tomato paste, salt, and chili powder. Allow everything to cook for about 1 minute.
  • Pour cooked beans into the pot. Stir together and add enough water to cover the mixture. Place a bay leaf and 2 tablespoons butter on top. Close and lock the lid. Choose the Slow Cook function and set the timer for at least 1 hour; you may cook it longer if you wish.
  • Shortly before serving, melt 1 tablespoon butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir in flour and whisk until smooth. Remove from heat and immediately stir into the stew to thicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.3 calories, Carbohydrate 41.9 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 9.7 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 411.7 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

Wimala Gunarathna
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This recipe was amazing! It was easy to make and the results were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Pratikshya Rai
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This recipe was a disaster! The beans were hard and undercooked, and the broth was bland and watery. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Asad Abdullah
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Overall, I thought this was a good recipe. The beans were tender and flavorful, and the broth was rich and savory. However, I would recommend making some adjustments to the recipe, such as adding more flavorings or reducing the amount of salt or chil


Reem Perry
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste. I would recommend using less chili peppers, or omitting them altogether. Otherwise, it was a good recipe.


lisa l
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This recipe was too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less salt, or omitting it altogether. Otherwise, it was a good recipe.


Imam Bakhsh
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices, and it was much better. I would recommend adding some extra flavorings to this recipe, such as garlic, onion, or cumin.


John Anderson
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I made this recipe for a potluck, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The beans were tender and flavorful, and the broth was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Lali Sheikh
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The beans were tender and flavorful, and the broth was rich and savory. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a hearty and flavorful bean stew.


Lisa Drioli
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This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly, and it turned out perfect. The beans were creamy and delicious, and the alcatra steak was cooked perfectly. I served it with rice, and it was a hit with my family.


James Kweku Sefah
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I'm not a huge fan of beans, but I really enjoyed this dish. The alcatra steak was tender and juicy, and the beans were cooked perfectly. The broth was also very flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


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This recipe was a hit with my family! The beans were tender and flavorful, and the broth was rich and satisfying. I especially liked the addition of the alheira sausage, which gave the dish a smoky, spicy flavor. I will definitely be making this agai