BRAZILIAN VEGETABLE FEIJOADA

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In Brazil, a feijoada completa is a large, festive meal with at least one dish based on beans. This Brazilian Vegetable Feijoada is flavorful yet simple to prepare. From Vegetarian Times Low-Fat & Fast.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Black Beans

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground thyme
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
1 large leek, cut into 1/2-inch slices (white part only)
1 red bell pepper, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch slices
1 yellow bell pepper, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch slices
1 medium yellow onion, sliced into 1/2-inch crescents
1 tablespoon dark rum
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 large tomatoes, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch slices
nonstick cooking spray
2 (16 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
fresh cilantro, chopped
cooked rice (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, heat oil.
  • Add pepper flakes, cumin, and thyme, and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 20 seconds.
  • Add sweet potatoes and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add leek and cook for 5 minutes more, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in peppers and onion and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add rum and lime juice.
  • Cook until sweet potatoes are tender, about 5 minutes more.
  • Stir in tomato.
  • Spray a small saucepan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Add beans and cook until hot, about 3 minutes. (Add water a little at a time to prevent sticking.)
  • To serve, pour beans in a casserole, serving bowl, or platter, and pour sweet potato mixture on top of beans.
  • Garnish with cilantro.
  • If serving over rice or other grain, form a ring around serving platter with rice or grain, pour beans into center of platter, and top with sweet potato mixture.
  • Per Serving: 305 Calories; 10g Protein; 5g Fat; 54g Carbohydrates; 0 Cholesterol; 22mg Sodium; 12g Fiber.

illuminati666 Brotherhood
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I've never had feijoada before, but I'm definitely going to try this recipe. It looks delicious!


Winnie Soba
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This recipe is a great way to introduce people to Brazilian cuisine.


Mosarrof Khan
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this vegetable feijoada. It was a delicious and satisfying meal.


FatNSquishy
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I made this recipe for a potluck, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor and the fact that it was a healthier version of traditional feijoada.


Sky Dream
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's also very affordable.


Khalid Abdul qadeer
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I'm not a big fan of black-eyed peas, but I loved this recipe. The vegetables and spices really balanced out the flavor of the beans.


Lorie Stevens
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


shenhe
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I love that this recipe is vegan and gluten-free. It's a great option for people with dietary restrictions.


Oluwafemi Sunday
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This was my first time making feijoada, and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The flavors were rich and complex, and the black-eyed peas were cooked perfectly.


Sh Subramaniyam
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I've made this vegetable feijoada several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and it's also very filling and satisfying.


Malik Faizi
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This vegetable feijoada is a delicious and healthy twist on the classic Brazilian dish. The black-eyed peas are tender and flavorful, and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. I especially loved the addition of kale, which gave the dish a nice pop of


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