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Feijoada — traditional dish from Alentejo, Portugal
Main course Meat

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Nutritional Values

🔥650kcal
💪35gProtein
🌾40gCarbs
🥑35gFat
🌿8gFibre
⚖️400 gServing

* Per serving · 400 g. May vary.

Feijoada

How to order / say it
Say it Feijoada — [Feh-zhoo-ah-dah]
Order I'd like the feijoada, please.
Locally Quero a feijoada, por favor.
Say locally

A hearty stew of beans with meat.

Why try it?

Feijoada is a shining example of Portugal’s comfort food, deeply rooted in agricultural traditions. This hearty stew is a symbol of gathering and conviviality in Faro, often prepared during family occasions.

How it tastes

This stew is rich and hearty, with savory flavors from cured meats and chorizo, complemented by the creamy texture of beans. Aromatic bay leaves and garlic deepen the flavor.

Origin & History — first documented: 1650

Feijoada’s origins can be traced back to the 17th century countryside across Portugal, using beans and pork as staples during tough times. Its popularity spread, with each region adding its unique twist.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥩 200 g pork shoulder
  • 🥩 100 g chorizo
  • 🫘 300 g kidney beans
  • 🌿 2 leaves bay leaves
  • 🧄 10 g garlic
  • 🧄 100 g onion
  • 🫒 50 ml olive oil

Method

  1. 1 Brown pork and chorizo in olive oil.
  2. 2 Add onions and garlic, sauté until soft.
  3. 3 Stir in beans and bay leaves, simmer gently.
  4. 4 Cook until meats are tender and flavors meld.

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