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20-Min Pork & Black Bean Feijoada Bowl

A TikTok-friendly take on Brazil's iconic black bean stew: seasoned pork, canned black beans, and smoky spices layered over rice. Rich, spicy, and done in 20 minutes.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
485
Protein
42g
20-Min Pork & Black Bean Feijoada Bowl
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Ingredients

  • 1.25 lbs pork shoulder or butt, diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 30 oz black beans, canned (2 cans)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 1.5 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1.5 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 whole orange (juiced)
  • 2 whole bay leaves

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  2. 2

    Add diced pork and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 6–7 minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir in diced onion, smoked paprika, and cumin. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Pour in broth and add bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 8 minutes.

  5. 5

    Drain and rinse the beans, then stir into the skillet. Add orange juice and simmer 2 minutes.

  6. 6

    Taste and season with salt and pepper. Serve in bowls over rice, drizzled with olive oil.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet (12-inch)
  • wooden spoon or silicone spatula
  • measuring spoons
  • measuring cups
  • chef's knife
  • cutting board
  • citrus juicer (optional)

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