Soulful Feijoada

Ingredients

While the original Feijoada is traditionally made with pork, this soulful adaptation replaces it with smoked turkey and adds collard greens for an authentic soul food touch. The seasonings are also adjusted to incorporate soul food flavors, making this Feijoada a delicious blend of Brazilian and African American culinary traditions. We alse have the original recipe for Feijoada (Brazil), so you can check it out.

• 1 pound (450g) smoked turkey, cut into chunks 1 pound (450g) smoked turkey, cut into chunks
• 1 cup (200g) dried black beans, soaked overnight 1 cup (200g) dried black beans, soaked overnight
• 1 onion, chopped 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 2 cups (470ml) chicken broth 2 cups (470ml) chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 bay leaf 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 cups (940ml) water 4 cups (940ml) water
• 1 bunch collard greens, stems removed and leaves chopped 1 bunch collard greens, stems removed and leaves chopped
• Hot sauce, for serving Hot sauce, for serving
• Cooked white rice, for serving Cooked white rice, for serving

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 3g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 35g, 5g
• Protein: 30g
• Fiber: 10g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the smoked turkey and cook until browned.
2. 2.
   Add the onion, garlic, and green bell pepper to the pot. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
3. 3.
   Drain the soaked black beans and add them to the pot along with the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, smoked paprika, thyme, oregano, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
4. 4.
   Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 2 hours or until the beans are tender.
5. 5.
   Stir in the collard greens and cook for an additional 10 minutes until wilted.
6. 6.
   Remove the bay leaf and adjust the seasoning if needed.
7. 7.
   Serve the soulful Feijoada over cooked white rice and accompany it with hot sauce for an extra kick.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Smoked turkey — Make sure to brown the turkey well to enhance its smoky flavor.
• Collard greens — Remove the tough stems before chopping and add them to the pot for extra flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• For a richer flavor, you can add a smoked ham hock or bacon to the stew.
• Serve the Feijoada with cornbread or corn muffins for a complete soul food experience.
• Leftover Feijoada tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together.

Serving advice

Serve the soulful Feijoada in deep bowls over a bed of fluffy white rice. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and offer hot sauce on the side for those who enjoy a spicy kick. Accompany the dish with cornbread or corn muffins for a soulful and satisfying meal.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, place a collard green leaf on top of the Feijoada in each bowl. This adds a pop of color and showcases the inclusion of collard greens in the dish. Serve with a side of cornbread or corn muffins on a wooden platter for a rustic touch.