Feijoada (Brazilian dish)
Brazilian-style feijoada with a variety of side dishes: rice, fried cassava, pork rinds, oranges, caipirinha, etc. | |
| Alternative names | Brazilian feijoada, feijoada à brasileira |
|---|---|
| Type | Stew |
| Course | Main course |
| Place of origin | Brazil |
| Main ingredients | Black beans |
| Ingredients generally used | Pork, beef |
| Similar dishes | Feijoada |
Feijoada or feijoada à brasileira (lit. Portuguese for "Brazilian-style feijoada") is a dish that consists of a stew of black beans with various types of pork and beef. It is served with farofa, white rice, sautéed collard green, and sliced oranges, among other sides. It is a popular dish, typical of Brazilian cuisine.
First documented in Recife, State of Pernambuco, feijoada has been described as a national dish of Brazil, especially of Pernambuco and Bahia, as other parts of Brazil have other regional dishes.