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Brazilian Pork & Black Bean Stew for Two

This bold and comforting stew is the perfect choice when you're looking for hearty recipes for two. With rich black beans, smoky sausage, and tender pork ribs, this dish delivers layered flavor with minimal prep and makes an ideal cozy dinner.
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Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Stew
Cuisine Brazilian
Servings 2

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Paper towels

Ingredients
  

  • 1 small green bell pepper stemmed, seeded, and chopped fine, divided
  • 1 small tomato cored, seeded, and chopped fine, divided
  • 1 small onion chopped fine, divided
  • 1 jalapeño chile stemmed, seeded, and minced, divided
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil divided
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
  • ⅛ teaspoon plus ¼ teaspoon table salt divided
  • Pinch plus ⅛ teaspoon pepper divided
  • 12 ounces boneless country-style pork ribs trimmed and cut into 1½-inch pieces
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed
  • 4 ounces linguiça sausage cut into ½-inch pieces

Instructions
 

  • Prepare Fresh Salsa: In a bowl, mix together half of the green bell pepper and tomato, 2 tablespoons of the onion, 1 tablespoon of the minced jalapeño, 1 teaspoon of the vegetable oil, vinegar, cilantro, ⅛ teaspoon salt, and a pinch of pepper. Set this mixture aside for serving.
  • Brown the Pork: Dry the pork with paper towels. Season with ¼ teaspoon salt and ⅛ teaspoon pepper. In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high until just starting to smoke. Lightly sear the pork pieces on all sides for around 6 minutes, then remove and set aside.
  • Build the Stew Base: Using the same pan, add the remaining 2 teaspoons of oil and heat over medium. Sauté the rest of the green bell pepper, onion, and jalapeño until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and remaining tomato, cook briefly until aromatic, then add the flour and cook for another minute.
  • Simmer the Stew: Slowly incorporate the broth, making sure to loosen any browned bits stuck to the bottom of the pan. Return the pork to the pot with any juices, followed by the black beans and linguiça. Bring to a simmer, then lower the heat, cover, and cook for approximately 30 minutes until the pork is tender.
  • Finish and Serve: Use a wooden spoon to mash some of the beans against the side of the pan to help thicken the stew. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot with the fresh salsa on top.

Notes

  • For added spice, include some jalapeño seeds when making the salsa.
  • This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or a side of crusty bread.
  • If linguiça sausage isn't available, kielbasa or smoked andouille sausage can be used as alternatives.
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