Looking for a delicious and hearty dish to impress your friends? Feijoada with Orange and Farofa Ingredients: - 2 cups black beans, soaked overnight - 200g beef, cut into chunks - 200g pork, cut into chunks - 1 chorizo sausage, sliced - 1 onion, finely chopped - 4 garlic cloves, minced - 2 bay leaves - 1 teaspoon paprika - Salt and pepper to taste - 2 oranges, sliced (for garnish) - 1 cup farofa (toasted cassava flour) - Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Preparation Steps: 1. Drain and rinse the soaked black beans. 2. In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant. 3. Add the beef, pork, and chorizo; brown the meat on all sides. 4. Stir in the black beans, bay leaves, paprika, salt, and pepper. 5. Pour in enough water to cover the ingredients and bring to a boil. 6. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 2 hours or until beans and meat are tender. 7. Remove bay leaves, adjust seasoning if needed. 8. To serve, sprinkle farofa over the feijoada and garnish with orange slices and parsley. Prep Time: 15 mins | Cooking Time: 2 hours | Total Time: 2 hours 15 mins Calories: 480 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings Suggested Pairings: Serve with steamed rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal. #feijoada #comfortfood #dinnertime

Brazilian Feijoada – Black Bean & Pork Stew Brazil’s national dish, Feijoada is a robust stew of black beans simmered with various pork cuts — rich, smoky, and traditionally served with rice, oranges, and collard greens. Ingredients (Serves 6–8): * 500g black beans (soaked) * 300g pork shoulder, cubed * 200g chorizo or linguiça sausage, sliced * 200g pork ribs * 1 onion, chopped * 3 cloves garlic, minced * 2 bay leaves * Salt, black pepper, oil Instructions: 1. Brown all meats in oil, then set aside. 2. In a large pot, sauté onion and garlic. Add beans, bay leaves, and meat. 3. Cover with water and simmer for 2–3 hours until everything is tender. 4. Season and serve with rice, orange slices, and sautéed greens. Brazilian Tip: Best enjoyed on a Saturday with farofa (toasted manioc flour) and hot sauce.